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Jul 7
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The Bleakest NBA Team Situations (Next 5...

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to react to the latest NBA free agency news (1:50). Then, they break down the teams with the worst roster situations in the East and the West (18:40). Finally, they discuss LeBron’s situation with the Lakers, Deandre Ayton, and more (01:15:06). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Ryen Russillo Producers: Chia H ... Show More
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