The Bill Simmons Podcast

The Bill Simmons Podcast

Revamping the NBA Playoffs, Plus Cousin Sal and Rockets GM Daryl Morey (Ep. 328)

Feb 19, 2018 · 1h 57m

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Bill Simmons proposes revamping the NBA playoff format for better competition.
Cousin Sal discusses the Winter Olympics, NBA All-Star Game, and early Oscar picks.
Rockets GM Daryl Morey shares his NBA journey and the role of analytics.

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