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Dec 2023
2h 7m

A Haliburton/LeBron Finals, the Zion Dil...

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The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Wosny Lmabre and Rob Mahoney to discuss the NBA In-Season Tournament Semifinals including LeBron James' flawless performance in the Lakers' 133-89 victory over the Pelicans, Zion Williamson concerns, and Western Conference contenders (1:56), before talking about Tyrese Haliburton's incredible game vs. the Bucks, a look ahead to Lakers-Pacers in the Final, and more (24:12). Then Bill is joined by NFL Network's Peter Schrager to discuss the upcoming Eagles-Cowboys matchup, the Chiefs' confidence meter, how to view the Dolphins' season so far (54:59), as well as Bills-Chiefs, what the Bears will do with their draft capital, Justin Jefferson's return to the Vikings, Rams-Ravens, and more (1:19:53), before Bill makes the Million Dollar Picks for NFL Week 14 (1:54:23).


Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Rob Mahoney, Wosny Lambre, and Peter Schrager

Producer: Kyle Crichton




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