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Bill Simmons catches flak for comparing Yaxel Lendeborg to mid-2010s LeBron James after the Warriors rookie's 31-point showcase vs. Denver.
Even on the second night of a back-to-back, one would think that the Boston Celtics shouldn’t have too much trouble defeating the Brooklyn Nets at home. This is especially the case when they were able to rest most of their key players the previous night after blowing out the Chicago Bulls, 134-99. But in the […] The post Bill Simmons congratulates Celtics on surviving the ‘Dumb Crunch-Time Olympics’ vs. Nets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Golden State Warriors earned their first win of the season in a difficult road contest against the Denver Nuggets. But it wasn’t because of a nuclear Stephen Curry game. Instead, it was rookie yaxel Lendeborg who carried the Warriors to their first victory of the 2026-27 campaign. Lendeborg finished Monday night’s contest with 31 […] The post Has Yaxel Lendeborg saved the Stephen Curry era? Bill Simmons makes the case appeared first on ClutchPoints.
On Monday evening, Game 5 of the WNBA Finals between the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries will take place, with the series tied at 2-2. Meanwhile, earlier in the day, the teams learned that Game 6 of the series back in Atlanta will take place on Thursday afternoon, avoiding a scheduling conflict at State […] The post Bill Simmons calls out WNBA’s ‘dumbest leadership season’ after Valkyries-Dream Game 6 announcement appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The WNBA Finals are tied at 2-2 between the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream. Game 5 is on Monday night in San Francisco, but Game 6 is scheduled for Thursday in Atlanta. The Hawks also play on Thursday, so there were rumblings that the game could be played at the Gateway Center, which holds … The post Fans blast the WNBA after bizarre Game 6 decision appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Bill Simmons and Cousin Sal react to Jim Nantz’s on-air hand injury during a J.J. Watt demonstration, with Sal joking about Tony Romo.
Bill Simmons Doesn’t Feel Bad For ESPN Announcer Troy Aikman The Spun
The Tennessee Titans came up short against the New York Giants in a weather-affected game at MetLife. The Giants won a low-scoring game 12-7 after…
"I hated what OKC was doing" - Bill Simmons cannot let go of Russell Westbrook's 2017 MVP, nine years later Basketball Network
"You better get out of my way, or you're taking a knee in your chest" - Bill Simmons explains why Russell Westbrook falls short of the top guard peaks Basketball Network
"It's his last chance for relevance, and it's gone" - Bill Simmons explains why Stephen Curry is the biggest loser in the LeBron James saga Basketball Network
"This is what LeBron wishes we would discuss him like" - Bill Simmons' Lionel Messi praise includes subtle LeBron James jab Basketball Network
It was a bad weekend at Fenway Park, as the Boston Red Sox endured a sweep at the hands of the Minnesota Twins, and they are in last place in the AL East. This caused media host Bill Simmons to call this team “bleak,” and the slump has them in a bad spot. “There have […] The post Bill Simmons makes 50-year ‘bleakest’ admission about Red Sox after Twins’ sweep appeared first on ClutchPoints.
NBA analyst Bill Simmons expressed skepticism about whether the Boston Celtics would fully pursue a trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo despite believing the Milwaukee Bucks superstar could have interest in joining the franchise. Speaking on the latest episode of The Bill Simmons Podcast, Simmons suggested there may be differing levels of interest between Antetokounmpo and Boston […] The post Celtics rumors: Bill Simmons ‘not sure’ Boston even wants Giannis Antetokounmpo trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Bill Simmons suggested Giannis Antetokounmpo could be interested in the Boston Celtics, though he questioned whether Boston feels the same amid growing trade speculation around the Bucks superstar.
Inside the NBA was long not just one of the most beloved sports shows, but one of the top things on television overall. The halftime and postgame show that covers the NBA was broadcast on TNT from 1989 to 2025. The show is hosted by Ernie Smith and includes Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith, and Shaquille […] The post Bill Simmons calls out Shaq for ruining Inside the NBA’s vibes appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Bill Simmons said Shaquille O'Neal is the "biggest issue" with Inside the NBA on ESPN, arguing he doesn't follow basketball closely enough.
Bill Simmons may have put his finger on one of the subtle reasons that Inside the NBA has not worked as well in its first season airing on ESPN. As the show nears its first run-through of the NBA Finals since being licensed by the Worldwide Leader, it has received many complaints from viewers and…
"Don't let the Clippers draft your son" - Blake Griffin recalls Bill Simmons writing an open letter to his dad before the draft Basketball Network
“How many teams can talk themself into becoming unhappy?” — Bill Simmons questions teams trading for Kevin Durant this offseason Basketball Network
The Boston Celtics suffered a surprising first round defeat in the 2026 NBA Playoffs, blowing a 3-1 series lead to the Philadelphia 76ers. And Bill Simmons knows who is most at fault. After the Sixers went into Boston and took Game 7 on Sunday night, the Bill Simmons podcast was always going to be appointment…
Bill Simmons criticizes Joe Mazzulla after the Boston Celtics' disappointing first-round playoff collapse against the 76ers.
The Boston Celtics just endured a nightmare first-round exit, blowing a 3-1 series lead to the Philadelphia 76ers. Now, The Ringer’s Bill Simmons points the finger squarely at head coach Joe Mazzulla. Despite casting a Coach of the Year vote for Mazzulla, the collapse completely baffled Simmons. Instead of leaning into the fast-paced, deep-rotation identity […] The post Celtic’ Bill Simmons points finger at Joe Mazzulla for collapse vs 76ers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Cameras catch a Celtics fan losing it on Jayson Tatum after Game 7, emotions spilling over in a moment that’s going viral online.
