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Apr 2025
2h 48m

The NBA Playoffs Mega-Preview. Plus, Awa...

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney and Chris Ryan to talk about the playoff matchups they’re most excited about before they discuss their NBA awards picks (2:45). Then, Brian Windhorst joins to discuss Luka, international basketball, LeBron, and much more (1:22:09).


Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Rob Mahoney, Chris Ryan, and Brian Windhorst

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


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