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Apr 1
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The 25 Most Intriguing NBA Playoff Guys ...

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About this episode

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Zach Lowe to discuss some NBA happenings that occurred during Zach’s podcast hiatus, including the Luka trade, the Suns, 76ers, and Mavericks’ disappointing season, and more (2:31). Then they talk about Monday’s Rockets-Lakers game (29:44) and discuss the 25 most intriguing characters heading into the NBA playoffs (40:46).


Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Zach Lowe

Producers: Kyle Crichton and Chia Hao Tat


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