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Dame vs. Russ, Harden vs. KD, the Boston Slam, Surly Press Conferences, and Throne Game With Ryen Russillo

Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss the best NBA player matchups in the playoffs so far and the Thunder’s loss to the Trail Blazers

By Bill Simmons

Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss the best NBA player matchups in the playoffs so far, the Thunder’s loss to the Trail Blazers, Russell Westbrook’s impact on Oklahoma City, 76ers-Nets, changing up the postgame locker room press model, Round 2 playoff hopes, and more (4:15). Then Bill and Ryen answer some mailbag questions about Tiger Woods and NBA conspiracies, among others (1:32:32), followed by Gym Corner (1:42:15) and a recap of [SPOILERS] Game of Thrones Season 8, Episode 2 (1:50:24).

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