The Bill Simmons Podcast Steph Saves America With Doc Rivers, Plus Five Favorite Fantasy Football Targets With Craig Horlbeck and Joe House
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Aug 11, 2024 
Doc Rivers, the head coach of the Milwaukee Bucks, reflects on Team USA's thrilling gold medal victory over France and marvels at Steph Curry's extraordinary shooting. He discusses the evolving dynamics within the Olympic basketball landscape, highlighting players like LeBron James and rising star Victor Wembanyama. Later, fantasy sports experts Joe House and Craig Horlbeck share their top picks for the upcoming football season, examining key players like Derrick Henry and emerging talents while debating strategies that could give fans the edge in their leagues.
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Seize the Day
- Doc Rivers emphasizes the importance of seizing opportunities to win, urging teams with championship potential to capitalize on their window.
- He stresses the rarity of such opportunities and encourages both players and front offices to fully commit.
Hoping for Durant-Green Feud
- Doc Rivers recalls coaching against the Warriors and hoping that the reported feud between Kevin Durant and Draymond Green was genuine.
- He recounts a game where the Clippers won in overtime, and the media focused on the Durant-Green dynamic.
Trusting Superior Talent
- Doc Rivers shares an anecdote about coaching a USA team under Flip Saunders.
- Facing a strong Brazilian team, Rivers advised against trick plays, emphasizing the team's superior talent and the need for simple execution.