The Bill Simmons Podcast
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Episodes
- The Wizards Win (Something!) and More Lottery Reactions, Plus the Juggernaut Knicks With Joe House, Tate Frazier, and Chris Vernon
Bill Simmons discusses the NBA draft lottery and prospects with Tate Frazier and Joe House. Later, Chris Vernon joins to discuss the Memphis Grizzlies' No. 3 pick and the current NBA playoffs.
- Five NBA Playoff Takes, Plus David Letterman’s First-Ever BS Pod Appearance (We Did It!!!)
Bill Simmons discusses NBA playoff topics before interviewing David Letterman about his career, talk shows, and sports.
- NBA Lottery Karma Rankings, Jaylen’s Future, and a Blistering Wolves-Spurs Series With Nick Wright
Bill Simmons and Nick Wright discuss Jaylen Brown's controversial Twitch stream, a potential Giannis trade, and preview the Timberwolves-Spurs series. They also talk about LeBron's Ringer Top 100 NBA player ranking and their 2026 NBA Lotte…
- Part 2: Cleveland Survives, Knicks-Sixers, and Whaddya Do for Denver, Houston, and Atlanta With Zach Lowe
Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe react to the Cavs defeating the Raptors in Game 7. They also preview Round 2 matchups and discuss offseason strategies for eliminated teams.
- Part 1: Detroit’s Comeback, Philly’s Resurrection, and Celtics Questions With Zach Lowe
Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe react to the Pistons' Game 7 win against the Magic. They also discuss the Celtics' series loss to the 76ers.
- Joker’s Out, and Boston Might Be Next. Plus, an MLB Cocktail Party and 'Survivor 50' With Rob Mahoney, Billy Gil, and Jason Concepcion.
This episode features Bill Simmons, Rob Mahoney, Billy Gil, and Jason Concepcion discussing the NBA playoffs, MLB, and Survivor 50. They recap playoff games, preview upcoming matchups, and share predictions for the reality show.
- Boston Gets Clocked, Round 1 Predictions, and a Mega-Mailbag With Chris Ryan and Joe House
Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Joe House discuss current NBA playoff series and offer predictions for the remainder of Round 1. They also cover the NBA's anti-tanking draft lottery proposal and answer listener mailbag questions.
- Embiid’s Return, Houston’s Weird Weekend, Joker’s Swoon, and a Knicks Gut Check With Zach Lowe
Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe break down the NBA playoffs, including the Rockets, Lakers, Celtics, and 76ers. They also discuss Donovan Mitchell’s playoff history and Nikola Jokic’s struggles.
- NFL Draft Notes, Knicks and Nuggets Red Flags, Atlanta’s Moment, and Vrabel’s Mess | With Rob Mahoney and Sean Fennessey
Bill Simmons discusses the NFL draft and NBA playoff series. He is joined by Rob Mahoney, who talks about NBA matchups, and Sean Fennessey, who discusses the Knicks and Rockets series, as well as his new newsletter.
- NBA Panic Rankings, NFL Draft Guesses, and a Michael Jackson Movie Review | With Todd McShay, Steve Muench, and Van Lathan
Bill Simmons discusses NBA playoffs with guests Todd McShay, Steve Muench, and Van Lathan. Topics include NBA panic rankings, NFL draft predictions, and a review of the Michael Jackson biopic.
- A Magic Upset, a Lakers Surprise, Playoff Wemby, El Cheapo, Bill’s Award Flip, and Other Round 1 Notes With Zach Lowe
Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe discuss NBA playoff Game 1s. They also cover Bill Simmons' changed MVP vote and potential offseason strategies for eliminated play-in teams.
- An NBA Playoff Preview With Doc Rivers, Plus Nick Khan on WrestleMania 42 and the Next Big WWE Stars
Bill Simmons is joined by Doc Rivers to discuss the NBA playoffs, focusing on teams like the Warriors, Clippers, Spurs, and Bucks. Nick Khan also appears to talk about the future of WWE, including WrestleMania 42.
- Two Crazy Play-In Games, and 2026 NBA Awards Picks With Kirk Goldsberry and Joe House
Bill Simmons, Kirk Goldsberry, and Joe House recap the Hornets vs. Heat and Trail Blazers in the Play-In Tournament. They also share their NBA awards picks for the season.
- The 30 Most Intriguing NBA Playoff Guys, With Zach Lowe
Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe discuss the 2026 NBA playoffs. They draft the 30 most intriguing players entering the playoffs.
- Tatum in NYC, MVP Questions, Best First-Round Matchups, and Kon Vs. Coop, With Tim Legler
Bill Simmons and Tim Legler discuss basketball topics including a recent Knicks-Celtics game, Joel Embiid, Scoot Henderson, potential NBA playoff matchups, and the MVP race.
- Half-Baked Ideas With Kevin Wildes. Plus: The Masters, ‘The Pitt’, Coachella, and ‘Love Story’ With Nathan Hubbard and Joanna Robinson.
Bill Simmons and Kevin Wildes present Half-Baked Ideas. Nathan Hubbard covers The Masters and Coachella. Joanna Robinson reviews ‘The Pitt’ and previews ‘Euphoria’.
- The 2026 Made-Up NBA Awards With Zach Lowe
Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe discuss various NBA topics, including Lakers injuries and their 2026 Made-Up NBA Awards.
- Tiger’s Crisis, an NBA Mini-Mailbag, the Confusing Knicks, 'Survivor 50,' and the Yucky Red Sox | With Joe House, Jason Concepcion, and Bill’s Dad
Bill Simmons and guests discuss the Tiger Woods situation, NBA mailbag questions, the New York Knicks, and a season of Survivor. The episode also covers Boston sports and television shows.
- A Radical NBA Idea, Wemby’s Musical Comp, Despising Duke, and Baseball’s ABS Revolution With Chuck Klosterman
Bill Simmons and Chuck Klosterman discuss radical NBA ideas, the NBA product, student-athletes, the draft process, Wemby's game, and MLB's ABS. They also touch on their dislike for Duke.
- UConn’s Miracle, Weirdest NBA Season Ever, A Scary Playoff Team Draft, and an Iffy Expansion Plan With Zach Lowe
Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe discuss UConn's basketball game, the current NBA season, a playoff team draft, and NBA expansion plans in this episode. They react to UConn's buzzer-beater against Duke.
- NBA Hot Takes, OKC’s Red Flag, and Giannis vs. Father Time With Kirk Goldsberry and Joe House
Bill Simmons, Kirk Goldsberry, and Joe House discuss the OKC Thunder's performance after their loss to the Celtics. They also delve into various NBA hot takes and evaluate Giannis's career trajectory.
- March Madness Takes, NBA Lottery Debates, and Best NFL Draft Story Lines With J. Kyle Mann and Todd McShay
Bill Simmons is joined by J. Kyle Mann to discuss NBA mailbag questions and the Sweet Sixteen round of March Madness. Todd McShay then joins the podcast to break down the NFL draft class and top storylines.
- Luka’s Heater, Wemby’s Bid, and Stealth Winners of the NBA Season With Zach Lowe
Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe discuss NBA topics including Luka Doncic, Victor Wembanyama, and Giannis Antetokounmpo. They also cover winners of the NBA season.
- LakerMania, NBA Expansion, WBC Lessons, and MBJ’s Moment With Billy Gil and Wesley Morris
Bill Simmons and guests Billy Gil and Wesley Morris discuss a range of topics including the Lakers, NBA expansion, and the World Baseball Classic. They also react to the latest Oscar results.
- The Annual Worst NBA Contracts Draft With Joe House and Wosny Lambre
Bill Simmons, along with Joe House and Wosny Lambre, participate in their annual Worst NBA Contracts Draft. They also discuss the best NBA player currently and various underrated subplots within the league.
- A Rollicking NBA Mailbag and March Madness Storylines With Rob Mahoney, Tate Frazier, and J. Kyle Mann
Bill Simmons hosts Rob Mahoney for an NBA mailbag segment. Later, Tate Frazier and J. Kyle Mann discuss March Madness bracket reactions and storylines.
- The Bam Backlash, Kawhi’s Heater, East vs. West, and SGA vs. Jokic, With Tim Legler
Bill Simmons and Tim Legler discuss the NBA. They talk about the gap between the NBA conferences, Bam Adebayo's 83-point game, and Kawhi Leonard's late-season surge.
- NFL Over/Unders, an Oscars Preview, and a Brady-Pats Feud | With Cousin Sal, Sean Fennessey, and Seth Wickersham
Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss NFL over/unders for win totals. Sean Fennessey talks about Academy Awards subplots. Seth Wickersham discusses Tom Brady's relationship with the Patriots as explored in his book, "American Kin…
- Tatum’s Stunning Return, Wemby’s Big Weekend, and a 2011 MVP Deep Dive With Zach Lowe
Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe discuss Jayson Tatum's return, recap NBA weekend games, analyze the playoff picture, and deep dive into the 2011 MVP race.
- NFL Free Agency Predictions, an NBA Power Poll, and Tatum’s Return With Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, Michael Pina, and Joe House
Bill Simmons, along with guests Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, Michael Pina, and Joe House, discuss NFL free agency predictions and NBA power poll rankings. The episode also covers Jayson Tatum.
- An NBA Mailbag, LeBron’s Next Move, and the Wild Paramount-WBD Merger With David Jacoby and Matt Belloni
Bill Simmons and David Jacoby answer NBA mailbag questions, including LeBron James's next career move. Matt Belloni joins to discuss the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, identifying the winners and losers of the deal.
- Burning NBA Questions and a “Holy Crap, Charlotte!!!” Deep Dive With Zach Lowe
Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe discuss NBA topics including the playoff picture, All-NBA teams, and a deep dive into the Charlotte Hornets. They also recap the NBA slate from the weekend.
- Luka’s Strange L.A. Ride, a New York Sports Drought, Lost NBA Nicknames, and a Big Mailbag With Max Kellerman
Bill Simmons is joined by Max Kellerman to discuss Luka Doncic, the New York sports title drought, and NBA nicknames. They also answer listener questions in a mailbag segment.
- A Loaded NBA Draft Debate, Wemby’s Finals Shadow, and Fun MLB Story Lines With Tate Frazier, J. Kyle Mann, and Billy Gil
Bill Simmons, J. Kyle Mann, Tate Frazier, and Billy Gil discuss NBA draft prospects, the Spurs’ potential, fantasy baseball leagues, and the upcoming MLB season.
- Boston Does L.A., Honeymoon Harden, a Denver Hiccup, and a Kawhi Deep Dive With Zach Lowe
Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe discuss the Celtics vs. Lakers game, recap the NBA weekend, and delve into Kawhi Leonard's career.
- The Mailbag: Dangerous NBA Teams, Lottery Tweaks, the KD Files, The Oscars, and Cruise vs. Pacino | With Chris Ryan and Joe House
Bill Simmons is joined by Chris Ryan and Joe House to answer listener questions from the mailbag. They discuss dangerous NBA teams, lottery tweaks, the KD files, the Oscars, and NBA bets.
- They Saved the NBA All-Star Game? Plus, the NBA’s Tumultuous Week, With Zach Lowe
Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe discuss the NBA All-Star Weekend and the current NBA season. They also explore potential solutions for issues within the league.
- Handing Out the ‘Heat’ Awards for This NBA Season With Chris Ryan, Van Lathan, and Rob Mahoney
Bill Simmons, along with Chris Ryan, Van Lathan, and Rob Mahoney, discuss awards for the current NBA season. They use quotes from the movie ‘Heat’ as a theme for these awards.
- Why Can’t the NBA Actually Fix the NBA? Plus, Super Bowl Hangover Stuff With Nick Wright and Bill’s Dad.
This episode features Bill Simmons and Nick Wright discussing the NBA, including possible fixes for All-Star Weekend and the issue of tanking. They also analyze the Super Bowl LVIII runs of the Chiefs and Patriots.
- Seattle Spanks the Patriots, Drake Maye’s Mystery Stinker, and Parent Corner With Cousin Sal
Bill Simmons and Cousin Sal discuss the Seahawks' Super Bowl LX win over the Patriots. They also include a segment called Parent Corner.
- NBA Trade Deadline Reactions and Super Bowl Picks With Zach Lowe and Joe House
On this episode, Bill Simmons is joined by Zach Lowe to discuss NBA trade deadline reactions. Later, Joe House joins Bill to make Super Bowl picks.
- The 2026 NBA Trade Value List. Plus, Harden, JJJ, and Giannis Trade News With Joe House
Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to discuss current NBA trade news, including updates on players like Harden, JJJ, and Giannis. They also delve into Simmons' 2026 NBA trade value list on this episode of The Bill Simmons Podcast.
- Drake’s Mystery Shoulder, Super Bowl Propalooza, and a Mega-Parent Corner With Cousin Sal and Jimmy Kimmel
Bill Simmons and Cousin Sal discuss their favorite prop bets for Super Bowl LX between the Seahawks and the Patriots. Later, Jimmy Kimmel joins for a segment called Parent Corner.
- An NBA Mailbag, Belichick’s Snub, Pats Disrespect, and Half-Baked Ideas With Zach Lowe, Kevin Wildes, and Joe House
Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe answer NBA mailbag questions. Kevin Wildes and Joe House discuss the Patriots, Super Bowl LX, and Half-Baked Ideas with Bill Simmons.
- Why a Weird NBA Season Finally Went Full Weirdo On Us, With Tim Legler
Bill Simmons and Tim Legler discuss the NBA season and Bill's updated power poll. They cover the strangeness of the current season.
- Darnold Does It, Snow Game II: Mile High, Pats-Seahawks, and the Wild Taipei Climb With Cousin Sal
Bill Simmons and Cousin Sal discuss conference championship games and Super Bowl lines. They also answer listener questions and cover Parent Corner.
- Last Call for Giannis Trades, Plus an NFL Round 3 Deep Dive With Chris Ryan, Joe House, and Peter Schrager
This episode features Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Joe House, and Peter Schrager. They discuss Giannis trades, NFL coaching changes, and preview conference championship games along with Ringer 107 picks.
- NBA Panic Teams, Best QBs Ever, and Sorry Seattle With Rob Mahoney, Chris Russo, and Danny Kelly
This episode features Bill Simmons with guests Rob Mahoney, Chris Russo, and Danny Kelly. They discuss NBA panic teams, all-time great NFL quarterbacks, and the Seattle Seahawks.
- A Round 2 Roller-Coaster Ride, Denver’s QB Plight, and Josh’s Lost Weekend With Cousin Sal
Bill Simmons and Cousin Sal recap the NFL divisional round and discuss the upcoming conference championship games. They also engage in a segment called Parent Corner.
- The NFL’s Coaching Carousel, and a Round 2 Breakdown With Peter Schrager and Joe House
Bill Simmons, Peter Schrager, and Joe House discuss NFL coaching changes and divisional matchups. They also share their Ringer 107 picks for the week.