This podcast is essentially bill simmons making an argument that Karl Malone is better than Kevin Durant.

Simmons introduces topics and then changes them basically every thirty seconds. He doesn’t give people a chance to respond. Being his guest must be so aggravating. And I don’t care about your golf game.

You do realize that Rob Mahoney arrogantly claimed that he knows better than Phil Jackson, right? He called the TPO an unimpressive and stodgy offense. Phil’s offense never ranked lower than 14th in 20 seasons and ranked Top 5 in 14 of them. Mahoney has no love or passion for the game of basketball. A clear grifter who peddles nonsense to collect social media points and acclaim. Embarrassing to give this guy a platform.

It seems like no matter how much sabonis put up crazy stats you’ll try everything to put him down if Anthony Davis had these stats you’ll be screaming mvp but it’s kings hate I get it lol go better

Love this pod & listen religiously, but does anyone feel like these topics are just so stupid & unnecessary? Made up nba awards? Why not just talk about the games, the teams & players trending up or down, playoff potential, gambling content… please no more fake trades or comparing golfers to nba teams. Don’t over complicate things bill

I know you won’t give it to him because he was on your ringer podcast network, but Jesus Christ show some impartiality!

You list Tyler Herro? You didn’t mention even GRAYSON ALLEN. Hello?

Bill, you wrote a book called “The Book of Basketball” and you decide to dedicate a podcast to “WrestleMania 40 Mega Preview” the week of the Final Four without digging into college hoops this week. C’mon man.

Enjoy your podcast. You have Chris Cohan and James Dolan ranked too high. They are clearly right there in the Sterling zone

Is super racist

I understand Bill has his media company covering pop culture, but his pods with entertainment or non sports figures are just not good. When I see anything other than sports it’s a non listen from me. Other than that I love listening to Bill even though he’s super bias towards Boston sports, can’t be mad since he’s from that area. More hoops and football. Best guests are Cousin Sal, House, Russilo, Tate, KOC, Verno, Lowe, wob, and Sheil. The worst by far is Mahoney. This may seem like a critical review, but I know this is one of the best sports pods out and could improve just a tad bit.

I’ve listen to bill since page 2 and I still never miss a podcast. Top 8 podcast of all time.

Talking hoops shouldn’t feel like a senate hearing. Russillos energy is way too intense these days

The pod was at one time - very specific or themed. As of late, this V8 blended juice approach is not what I am interested in. I will seek out the Sunday Night Cousin Sal pod, but regarding the rest of it- its time for me to go. Thanks for the good times.

The 2017 warriors were way way way more stacked than the 2017 Cavs and anyone who wants to pretend it was a fair matchup (Bill) is obviously just looking for anyway to denigrate LeBron. Gross

Why do I have to keep listening to serial choker Doc Rivers and nepo baby Austin Rivers? Any other guests would be more insightful

I am a fan of the pod mainly for the NBA content. But the fact that Bill and Bleacher Report guy spent 30 mins glazing each other and other media companies (many which are no longer) without one mention of what Portnoy and Barstool have been able to build as a media company in the sports entertainment space is crazy.

Whoever does the timestamps genuinely deserves to be fired. That, and the audio engineering that will replay snippets more often than an 18 year old sound tech at a local radio station. It’s shocking that a podcast of this reach, revenue, and audience can’t get the basics right. And none of this seems to be the fault of Bill Simmons, but it’s so glaring that it overshadows all of my thoughts on the content itself

It is assume

While he is quite talented, it is irresponsible to ignore the way he has decided to use his platform. Also too much discussion of betting. Love the pod otherwise.

Russillo coming on to either do 1) a quick 5 minute standup routine or 2) get uncomfortably angry in spurts of 1 minute at some scarecrow nba topic. Brothers gotta cool down, go for a walk, get offline for a bit ryen, it’s too much.

Sabonis? Really? Usually enjoy Bill Simmons’ podcasts but that was a lazy take. If Wos can get a double double for 20 nba games, I will agree with his Sabonis take. Otherwise he is a joke.

My favorite pod of the whole year!!! Been waiting for this!! Love these 3 together

Not as into the nba but the Sunday pod with sal is a most listen for any diehard nfl junkie. Looking forward to it every week!

And I want to know: 1. Where has JackO been?! Between the Judge contract, HC football and Herschel Walker we need JackO! 2. Million Dollar Picks could be the dumbest segment in podcasting. The picks mean nothing and Peter Schrager is an unatheltic jock-sniffer. All he does is name drop and pretend like he knows anything about football. That Friday pod is an auto-delete. EDIT: FIX THE EDITING, my lord it’s getting ridiculous. Every episode is a hack job.

The NBA talk is bordering on non-sensical now. Last pod being the latest example

30 mins of irrelevant Lakers talk where Bill isn’t allowed to bring up his favorite team from his hometown.

How is this popular?

I get that it’s primarily an NBA podcast, but during non-NBA content, notice how often Bill will change the subject to the NBA when he’s outside his comfort zone on the topic. He has an expert (Casey Wasserman) on to talk about the future of college sports, and during an interesting discussion Bill just changes the subject to the NBA out of nowhere. He does this all the time.

“We have to solve homelessness in order to make tourists feel safe” is the worst take to have gone unchallenged on this podcast since Rusillo’s thoughts on the horrors of stealing sneakers

Bill has really regressed as a podcaster. He has lost any and all zip on his fastball. Now he’s just a rag-arm middle reliever who is trying to trick people to get by for another year before he’s fully exposed. This has just become a sports betting podcast run by a guy who is clueless. He’s just going through the motions these days with recycled takes and uninformed nonsense. He sounds more and more like an old man who hangs on to old ideas and tries to stay current by referencing Taylor Swift, but then compares everything to a Celtics team from 40 years ago.

I’ve never heard Bill misunderstand a take so poorly. Chuck is right. CJ Stroud is an anomaly. Don’t take a pick so high; just take the best player available.

Kyle is a terrible producer stealing money. Just an advertisement for the bad talent you’ve hired at this point.

Really good. Klosterman kills it again. Love these episodes

We are out of time, says Bill. If Klosterman wants to talk for 4 straight hours just get out of his way and let him. What a farce

No podcast is better listening for me than Simmons/Russillo doing a joint Monday morning podcast covering basketball. Other Ringer shows are really good too, but those two together is the pinnacle.

Great NBA TALK Ryan’s Back

As a longtime listener, it’s stunning how much less enjoyable this podcast has become. Bill has become lazy and puts in the minimum amount of work watching the leagues he is allegedly a self-proclaimed expert in. His takes on specific NFL/NBA teams are often based on the 1-2 games he has seen and are seen and are often heavily obscured by his desire to root for the Celtics and Patriots. Look elsewhere- you deserve better.

what is that version of the song in the outro?

It’s a fun show but don’t take any of them seriously.

That political piece on your recent podcast was trash. Absolutely terrible

Always a banger when you have Logan on the pod ! Need more of it!

Girl please. Chiefs are a dynasty. No question.

Good podcast, as usual. Tell Bill to count the number of players on the Hornets who are actually from Charlotte. It’s at least 4, now that they have traded for Grant Williams and Seth Curry. Could Steph be next???? 😂😂😂. In all seriousness, this has to be a strategy right? Not an accident?

Bill and Sal’s Romo and Collinsworth impressions are absolute garbage and you can tell they think they’re spot on and hilarious. Leave the impressions to more talented people

Great podcast always in the rotation. Is the soccer podcast on the gambling feed going to come back? Miss hearing their gambling thoughts on the soccer realm

This podcast hasn’t talked about a single thing I care about for years.

Good job by you Bill Simmons. I really like the podcast. The NFL content is great and is not the same thing everyone else is doing. You have the best NBA content. Honest and thoughtful. I really appreciate your assessment of trades. Please thank Cousin Sal for another great NFL season.

I love Bill Simmons and realize that in most of his pods the price you pay is you have to listen to some Boston sports homer stuff. Bill just dropped his pod on the NFL Divisional playoffs and I swear to god about 1/3 of it is Bill and Sal talking Pats, Brady, Gronk, etc. The Pats didn't even sniff the playoffs and Brady is retired. Didn't stop them from going on and on...and on and on... I bet Brady even turned this pod off after awhile. Bill, can you advertise up front on each pod how many minutes you spent talking Boston? That would be a true public service.

Bill Simmons deserves credit for supporting his friends, but I wish he wouldn’t add on Joe House as a 3rd wheel on his basketball podcasts.