The Bill Simmons Podcast The Suggs Game, Bad Lakers Omens, Rookie of the Year Sadness, and Post-Vaccine Life With Ryen Russillo
Apr 5, 2021
Ryen Russillo, a savvy sports analyst and podcast co-host, dives into the thrilling moments of college basketball, especially Jalen Suggs’s buzzer-beater against UCLA. He shares insights on the NCAA’s changing transfer rules and evaluates Rookie of the Year candidates. The conversation also turns to the Lakers' playoff prospects and the competitive landscape of the Eastern Conference. Outside sports, Ryen reflects on his recent trip to Mexico, adding a personal touch to the discussion on post-vaccine life.
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20-Point Scorers
- Bill Simmons questions how many NBA players could average 20 points with enough shots.
- He initially estimated 75, but now believes it's closer to 85-90.
Lakers' Playoff Seeding
- Ryen Russillo is fascinated by the Lakers' potential to fall to the sixth seed.
- He discusses the challenging playoff path for the Lakers if they face the Clippers, Suns, and Jazz.
Western Conference Playoff Picture
- The Clippers, Lakers, Nuggets, and Trail Blazers are vying for the 3-6 seeds in the West.
- Bill Simmons discusses potential playoff matchups and expresses excitement for a competitive Western Conference.