HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to count down the 12 most memorable moments in the NBA in 2019, including the Chris Paul–Russell Westbrook trade, Damian Lillard’s and Kawhi Leonard’s series-winning buzzer-beaters, and Magic Johnson’s decision to leave the Los Angeles Lakers. Then they look forward to 2020 and discuss who will be the best player in the NBA at the end of this season.
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Bill Simmons and Ryen Russillo Rank the Top 12 NBA Moments of 2019
Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to count down the 12 most memorable moments in the NBA in 2019, including the Chris Paul–Russell Westbrook trade, Damian Lillard’s and Kawhi Leonard’s series-winning buzzer-beaters, and Magic Johnson’s decision to leave the Lakers
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