The Bill Simmons Podcast Harden’s Next Team, Westbrook the Wizard, and Pittsburgh’s 19-0 Quest With Joe House and Ryan Shazier
Dec 4, 2020
Joe House, a basketball contributor for The Ringer known for his keen insights, and Ryan Shazier, a dedicated former linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers, discuss pivotal NBA and NFL topics. They delve into the potential implications of James Harden's trade, highlighting contenders and strategies. House shares thoughts on Russell Westbrook's impact on the Wizards, while Shazier offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Steelers' season, tackling injuries and team dynamics. Their lively banter keeps the conversation engaging and insightful.
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Westbrook's Advantages
- The Wizards benefit from Westbrook's consistent effort and reduced injury risk compared to John Wall.
- The trade allows the Wizards to compete for a playoff spot without the uncertainty of Wall's health.
2017 Playoffs Observation
- Bill Simmons recalls observing Beal's potential in the 2017 Celtics-Wizards series.
- He questions whether Wall possessed the offensive skills to succeed deep in the playoffs.
Wall's Leadership Questioned
- Joe House attributes Wall's playoff struggles to exhaustion from excessive minutes.
- He believes Wall's leadership was questionable despite his talent and toughness.