The Bill Simmons Podcast The Annual Worst NBA Contracts Draft With Joe House and Wosny Lambre
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Mar 17, 2026 
Joe House, Ringer NBA analyst and recurring podcaster, and Wosny Lambre, sports media host known as Waz, join to debate current NBA storylines. They spar over Victor Wembanyama, SGA’s MVP case, playoff subplots, and then run through their annual Worst NBA Contracts draft. Short, sharp takes and spirited arguments about injuries, extensions, fit, and market value.
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Turner Signing Signals Desperation After Giannis Exit
- Miles Turner deal magnifies franchise instability post-Giannis; paying for a rim protector doesn't solve broader roster fit issues.
- Wosny called the Turner signing like having a child to save a failing relationship, highlighting desperation moves.
Sabonis Salary Requires A Perfect Fit To Work
- Domantas Sabonis's salary is a mismatch: excellent passing and rebounding but a $45–48M annual commitment is too high for his limited defensive value.
- Wosny stressed Sabonis needs a rim protector or elite partner to fit, limiting trade markets.
Market Shunned Ja Morant At Deadline
- Ja Morant drew no trade interest at the deadline despite Memphis trying, illustrating market reluctance around off-court issues.
- Joe House noted Memphis effectively put Morant on eBay and got no buyers, signaling risk premium teams avoid.