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Bill Simmons on the Celtics’ Game 1 Win. Plus, Liam McHugh Previews Bruins-Panthers.

Bill Simmons joins Brian to break down the Celtics’ Game 1 win over Hawks, and they also talk some the Sox, Bruins, and Pats

By Brian Barrett
Atlanta Hawks v Boston Celtics - Game One Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images


The Ringer’s Bill Simmons joins Brian to break down the Celtics’ Game 1 win over Hawks, and afterwards, they talk about the Sox, Bruins, and even a little Pats! (0:30) Then, TNT’s Liam McHugh and Brian preview the upcoming Bruins-Panthers playoff series, and look back at the Bruins’ truly remarkable regular season (37:30).

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Host: Brian Barrett
Guest: Bill Simmons and Liam McHugh
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