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Brian Windhorst on the set of Hoop Streams during game four of the 2024 NBA Finals.

Brian Windhorst: Modern NBA architecture has led to reduced storytelling

"Part of the reason why storytelling isn't as good as it used to be is because of the physical architecture that has changed within the NBA."

By Sam Neumann OnMay 11, 2025 0
Oct 15, 2017; East Rutherford, NJ, USA;

Bill Simmons: Leaked Bill Belichick email helps explain Tom Brady rift

"There was clearly some sort of ego thing."

By Ben Axelrod OnMay 5, 2025 0
Austin Rivers on The Ryen Russillo Podcast

Austin Rivers ‘exhausted’ watching Doc take the fall: ‘I’m just tired of seeing him in these positions’

"What the f*ck was Doc supposed to do in that position?"

By Sam Neumann OnMay 3, 2025 0
Bill Simmons talks about players dropping the ball at the goal line

Bill Simmons: Hating Steph Curry is like ‘hating blowjobs’

"What's to hate?"

By Sam Neumann OnApr 28, 2025 0
Bill Simmons took issue with ESPN repeatedly showing Jalen Rose throughout its broadcast of the Detroit Pistons vs. New York Knicks.

Bill Simmons slams ESPN repeatedly showing Jalen Rose during Knicks-Pistons after laying him off: ‘You motherf**kers’

"Aggregate that. I don't care."

By Ben Axelrod OnApr 28, 2025 0
Jimmy Kimmel revealed that former United States President Barack Obama is a big fan of 'The Bill Simmons Podcast.'

Jimmy Kimmel reveals Barack Obama is a Bill Simmons listener

"He knew about it, and I was going crazy."

By Ben Axelrod OnApr 17, 2025 0
The Ringer NBA analyst Zach Lowe. Photo Credit: Zach Lowe Show/YouTube.

Zach Lowe’s Ringer role reportedly allows for possible return to TV

"The basketball writer, podcaster, and analyst might have multiple media opportunities."

By Michael Dixon OnApr 7, 2025 0
Screen grab: The Zach Lowe Show

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Zach Lowe joining The Ringer is a huge win for NBA coverage

There have been plenty of reactions from the sports media following Zach Lowe's layoff from ESPN.

Zach Lowe joins The Ringer, reunites with Bill Simmons after shock layoff from ESPN last fall

Lowe will write and host a podcast for The Ringer starting next week.

By Brendon Kleen OnMar 31, 2025 0
Fox Sports' Nick Wright called out Bill Simmons for flip-flopping about LeBron James' injury.

Nick Wright calls out Bill Simmons’ flip-flop on LeBron James’ injury

"This is just kind of a tale as old as time with LeBron, which is folks will find a way to be wrong."

By Ben Axelrod OnMar 20, 2025 0
Bill Simmons said that NBA owners are more concerned about a Saudi Arabia-backed basketball league than they have let on.

Bill Simmons: NBA owners concerned about Saudi Arabia-backed basketball league

"Could this be a LIV situation?"

By Ben Axelrod OnMar 16, 2025 0
Tony Khan Neck Injury NFL Draft AEW

Bill Simmons blames ownership’s focus on AEW for Jaguars’ struggles

"I just don't think they're on the ball is my take."

By Ben Axelrod OnMar 13, 2025 0
Despite Justin Fields' approval rating on X, Ryen Russillo remains unconvinced by the Jets' decision to sign him.

Ryen Russillo doesn’t understand ‘completely misguided’ Justin Fields discourse

"He hasn't been good. He hasn't been good for a really long time."

By Sam Neumann OnMar 12, 2025 0
Bill Simmons said that LeBron James expecting people to not talk about Bronny James is 'pretty nuts.'

Bill Simmons: LeBron James expecting people to not talk about Bronny is ‘pretty nuts’

"I just feel bad for Bronny."

By Ben Axelrod OnMar 10, 2025 0
Feb 21, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd looks on during the second half against the New Orleans Pelicans at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Bill Simmons slams ‘dumbass’ Jason Kidd for Kyrie Irving injury comments

"It was like, 'Dude, we've been following the NBA our whole lives.'"

By Ben Axelrod OnMar 8, 2025 0
NBA fans were quick to make the connection that Bill Simmons might be interested in buying the Boston Celtics.

Bill Simmons says former players are unreliable narrators of NBA history

"The discourse, big-picture about basketball, as it relates to eras and the past, is like the worst it's ever been."

By Sam Neumann OnMar 5, 2025 0
Bill Simmons said he took LeBron James and JJ Redick's approach to hosting their 'Mind the Game' podcast 'personally.'

Bill Simmons admits he took LeBron James and JJ Redick’s podcasting approach ‘personally’

"Going back to Grantland and The Ringer, we've tried to elevate discussion on pods and writing."

By Ben Axelrod OnMar 3, 2025 0
Sep 3, 2017; Landover, MD, USA; ESPN broadcaster Todd McShay walks on the sidelines before the game between West Virginia Mountaineers and Virginia Tech Hokies at FedEx Field. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-USA TODAY Sports

Todd McShay launches paywalled newsletter for NFL Draft content at The Ringer

Pricing ranges from a one-time $4 payment to $36 for content through the 2026 NFL Draft.

By Ben Axelrod OnFeb 21, 2025 0
Bill Simmons has a pitch for fixing the NBA All-Star Game.

Bill Simmons presents his convoluted idea to fix NBA All-Star Game

"Let's put real pressure on these dudes."

By Ben Axelrod OnFeb 18, 2025 0
Bill Simmons Patriots WWE Bill Belichick Tom Brady

Bill Simmons: Chiefs’ Super Bowl loss was Tom Brady’s ‘best moment’ since retiring

"Can we f**king settle down now for five years with the Mahomes GOAT stuff? Please. Thank you."

By Ben Axelrod OnFeb 10, 2025 0
Bill Simmons floated a conspiracy theory about the Dallas Mavericks moving to Las Vegas following the Luka Doncic trade.

Bill Simmons floats conspiracy theory about Mavericks moving to Las Vegas after Luka Dončić trade

"I have no notes. That's one of the best conspiracy theories I've ever heard."

By Ben Axelrod OnFeb 5, 2025 0
Tom Brady acknowledges fans as he walks into the tunnel before the NFC divisional round between Detroit Lions and Washington Commanders at Ford Field in Detroit on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025.

Dianna Russini: Tom Brady is running the show in Las Vegas

"Alex Guerrero is out there. He's going to be working with some of the players."

By Sam Neumann OnJan 25, 2025 0
Bill Simmons questioned why the New England Patriots didn't fire Jerod Mayo before their Week 18 victory.

Bill Simmons: Bob Myers is ‘lurking’ for potential NBA jobs

"I think Bob Myers is lurking, in general."

By Sam Neumann OnJan 24, 2025 0
Bill Simmons inexplicably spoiled the season finale to 'Landman' on the latest episode of 'The Bill Simmons Podcast.'

Bill Simmons inexplicably spoils ‘Landman’ season finale

Seriously, Bill. What the hell?

By Ben Axelrod OnJan 20, 2025 0
According to Semafor, Bill Simmons is expected to re-sign with Spotify when his contract expires in February.

Bill Simmons expected to re-sign with Spotify, per report

Simmons' contract is reportedly set to expire next month.

By Ben Axelrod OnJan 20, 2025 0

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