Brian recaps the Celtics’ Game 1 loss to Miami with The Ringer’s Michael Pina, as they discuss what went wrong for the C’s in the second half, another tremendous Jimmy Butler game, and adjustments Boston must make going into Game 2 (0:30). Then, Brian takes some calls and recaps the Red Sox-Mariners series (39:00).
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Sep 17
Patriots-Steelers Preview With Andrew Fillipponi
Brian opens by comparing Mike Vrabel’s coaching style to the NFL’s other top young coaches (0:00). Then, he chats with The Fan’s Andrew Fillipponi about the Pats-Steelers game, Aaron Rodgers’s second year as the Steelers QB, the beginning of the Mike McCarthy era in Pittsburgh, h ... Show More
1h 31m
Sep 15
How Do the Patriots and Drake Get Right For Week 2 With Chad Graff.
Brian opens by looking at how the Patriots can weather the AJ Brown injury, and which young players need to step up in his absence (0:00). Then, he chats with The Athletic’s Chad Graff about the Pats’ rushing attack with Rhamondre Stevenson and TreVeyon Henderson, how the pass ru ... Show More
1h 18m
Sep 14
The Sox Starters Dominate The Royals With Ian Cundall. Plus, Life Without AJ Brown
Brian discusses the Patriots’ wide receiver depth following the news that AJ Brown is heading to IR and who needs to step up the most to fill the void (0:00). Then, he chats with Baseball America’s Ian Cundall about the Red Sox-Royals series, Payton Tolle’s terrific rookie season ... Show More
1h 30m
May 2023
A Celtics Rock Bottom, Embiid’s Big Statement, and Golden State at the Crossroads With Kevin O’Connor
The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Kevin O'Connor to discuss the Celtics' Game 5 loss to the 76ers (1:39), a runaway Nuggets win over the Suns in Game 5 (41:10), the Warriors' current predicament and shaky future, and more (53:32).
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1h 26m
May 2022
Super-Jimmy Thwarts Boston’s Finals Plans, with Kevin O’Connor and Ryen Russillo
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Kevin O’Connor and Ryen Russillo to recap the Celtics’ Game 6 loss to the Heat (01:07). They discuss Jimmy Butler’s and Kyle Lowry’s performances before diving into Robert Williams’s absence. Also, after missing clutch free throws, how will ... Show More
54m 50s
Apr 2022
Part 1: Brooklyn Breaks, Boston’s Startling Ascent, Kyrie’s Bizarre Career, and Saving Denver Basketball With Ryen Russillo
In Part 1 of a two-part podcast, The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss the Celtics pulling away to a 3-0 lead in their Round 1 series with the Nets, the Brooklyn blame game, the Celtics' midseason turnaround, the Nuggets avoiding a sweep in their Game 4 ... Show More
1h 19m
May 2023
The Caleb Martin Series, Boston’s Bizarre Demise, and Jaylen Brown’s Future With Bill’s Dad
The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by his dad directly after leaving TD Garden to discuss the Heat eliminating the Celtics in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference finals. They discuss the Celtics' inability to combat the Heat's zone defense, Caleb Martin's impact on the series, Jays ... Show More
55m 54s
May 2023
The Broken Celtics, Miami’s Improbable Run, Denver’s Biggest Win Ever, and LeBron’s Next Move With Ryen Russillo
The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss the Celtics' third straight loss to the Heat to put them on the verge of elimination, initial Celtics overreactions, "Heat Culture" praise, and more (1:05), before discussing the Nuggets' 3-0 series lead over the Lak ... Show More
1h 59m
May 2023
Part 1: TatumPalooza in Boston, Philly’s Blow-It-Up Potential, and Celts-Heat Predictions With Ryen Russillo
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss Jayson Tatum’s historic Game 7 performance in the Celtics' win over the Sixers, just how embarrassing this loss is for Philly, and whether Embiid, Harden, and Doc are still in Philly next season. Then, they preview t ... Show More
1h 10m
Jun 2024
Boston’s Big Game 1 Win: Takeaways From Row 3 With Bill’s Dad
The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by his Dad to discuss being inside TD Garden for the Celtics' Game 1 win over the Mavericks in the NBA Finals. They discuss the impact of Kristaps Porzingis's return, Boston's defense, the Mavs' lineups, Jayson Tatum's struggles, Game 2 predict ... Show More
1h 1m