The Bill Simmons Podcast NBA Over/Unders, Part 2: The Pacific and Central Divisions With Ryen Russillo and Joe House | Starring Booker, Giannis, Haliburton, and AD
Oct 16, 2024
Join Ryen Russillo, a seasoned sports analyst, and Joe House, a talented sports writer, as they break down NBA win totals for the Pacific and Central Divisions. They discuss the Phoenix Suns’ promising outlook with a new coach and analyze the complexities of teams like the Warriors and Lakers facing challenges ahead. Expect insights on aging stars, potential trades, and the impact of key players. Ryen and Joe also share witty banter while diving into betting predictions that could shake up the coming season!
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Kings Roster Upgrade
- The Sacramento Kings replaced Harrison Barnes with DeMar DeRozan.
- This improves their roster and raises their floor, making the over on their win total a good bet.
Warriors Depth
- The Golden State Warriors have improved their depth, giving them multiple options.
- Their strong performance over the last 50 games of last season suggests they are likely to go over their win total.
Warriors Team Dynamics
- The Warriors' biggest question is whether they've found a younger, deeper, happier version of themselves.
- The last two years were not particularly happy for the team, and their playoff potential was uncertain.