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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to react to the Grizzlies-Warriors/Hawks-Magic play-in games before discussing shooting stats and NBA awards (2:10). Then, Bill chats with WWE president Nick Khan about the future of wrestling and more (56:59).


Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Kirk Goldsberry and Nick Khan

Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Jessie Lopez, and Steve Ceruti


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