The NBA Playoffs Mega-Preview. Plus, Awards Picks With Rob Mahoney, Chris Ryan, and Brian Windhorst

The Bill Simmons Podcast

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🗓️ 18 April 2025

⏱️ 165 minutes

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney and Chris Ryan to talk about the playoff matchups they’re most excited about before they discuss their NBA awards picks (2:45). Then, Brian Windhorst joins to discuss Luka, international basketball, LeBron, and much more (1:22:09). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Rob Mahoney, Chris Ryan, and Brian Windhorst Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Jessie Lopez, and Steve Ceruti Get anything delivered on Uber Eats. www.ubereats.com The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:34.7	Coming up, an NBA playoff mega preview. Plus, I'm going to do my NBA awards picks and a whole lot more
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