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sports11 days ago•4 min saved

Simmons Learns of Jaylen Brown Trade From Hospital Bed, Not a Hotline Call

Bill Simmons recounted on his podcast how he found out about the Celtics’ blockbuster trade sending Jaylen Brown to the 76ers for Paul George and two first-round picks, after waking up from anesthesia during a colonoscopy and hearing the news from his wife. The move drew scrutiny of Boston’s offseason choices and Brown’s farewell, while Philadelphia looks to capitalize on the fresh star addition and contention outlook for next season.

via Sports Illustrated|

#bill-simmons #boston-celtics #jaylen-brown

sports23 days ago•41 min saved

Heat warned Giannis blockbuster could backfire as Bucks push for more assets

NBA analysts Zach Lowe and Bill Simmons warned the Miami Heat that pursuing Giannis Antetokounmpo could backfire due to a likely asset drain (Heat pieces like Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kel’El Ware and a high draft pick) and the Bucks’ demand for a bigger return. Simmons also questioned Giannis’s health and aging trajectory, noting limited playoff success in recent years, which raises doubts about the long‑term fit in Miami. While the Heat remain frontrunners, the deal would require a heavy sacrifice of future options.

via BasketNews.com|

#bill-simmons #giannis-antetokounmpo #miami-heat

sports3 months ago•5 min saved

Simmons critique meets WNBA growth push as league eyes 18 teams by 2030

The WNBA approved an expansion plan to grow from 12 to 18 teams by 2030, adding Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo in 2026, Cleveland in 2028, Detroit in 2029, and Philadelphia in 2030. The move is driven by rising popularity and strong attendance, but has sparked pushback from media figure Bill Simmons, who called the expansion “staggeringly stupid” and a money grab. The piece notes ongoing competition among owners and rising franchise valuations as the league debates growth, relocations, and the balance between speed and sustainability.

via Awful Announcing|

#basketball #bill-simmons #expansion

sports4 months ago•6 min saved

Simmons: NBC May Have Telegraphed Jayson Tatum’s Celtics Return

Bill Simmons on The Bill Simmons Podcast suggests NBC signaled Jayson Tatum’s return timeline (March 1 or March 6) with a moved Celtics‑Sixers game and a mid‑All‑Star comeback video. He notes other clues like ticket prices but acknowledges it’s probably a coincidence rather than a real conspiracy, with Tatum’s Achilles injury keeping him out since 2025 and the Celtics performing well without him.

via Awful Announcing|

#bill-simmons #boston-celtics #jayson-tatum

business9 months ago•3 min saved

Netflix Expands Into Podcasts with Spotify and Ringer Deal

Netflix has signed a deal with Spotify to bring over a dozen shows from Bill Simmons' The Ringer to its platform, including The Bill Simmons Podcast and The Rewatchables, marking a strategic move into video podcasts and sports content, with some shows moving exclusively from YouTube to Netflix.

via Sportico.com|

#bill-simmons #business #netflix

entertainment9 months ago•3 min saved

Netflix Partners with Spotify to Expand into Podcasts and Sports Content

Netflix has entered a multi-year licensing deal with Spotify to stream video versions of popular Spotify podcasts, including Bill Simmons' show, starting in early 2026. The shows will be exclusive to Netflix and Spotify, removing them from YouTube, and aim to attract and engage subscribers by offering new content formats. The deal reflects a strategic move by Netflix to expand into video podcasts and diversify its entertainment offerings.

via Business Insider|

#bill-simmons #entertainment #netflix

sports10 months ago•2 min saved

Bill Simmons Suggests Kawhi Leonard Unaware of No-Show Endorsement Deal

Bill Simmons suggests that Kawhi Leonard may have been unaware of a no-show endorsement deal linked to the Clippers, possibly arranged by his uncle, raising questions about the involvement and awareness of the player in the scandal.

via Awful Announcing|

#bill-simmons #endorsement-deal #kawhi-leonard

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"Warriors' Resurgence: A Chiefs-Like Title Run and the Impact of Klay Thompson"

NBA analyst Bill Simmons believes the Golden State Warriors, currently on a hot streak, could make a deep playoff run similar to the Chiefs' Super Bowl victory, attributing their turnaround to Draymond Green's performance and the emergence of Jonathan Kuminga. Despite facing tough competition, Simmons finds the idea of the Warriors making a playoff run more believable now.

via NBC Sports Bay Area|

#bill-simmons #draymond-green #golden-state-warriors

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"Analyzing the Impact of Miami Heat's Terry Rozier-Kyle Lowry Trade on the NBA Landscape"

Bill Simmons expressed concern over the Miami Heat's acquisition of Terry Rozier from the Charlotte Hornets, emphasizing the impact it could have on the Celtics. He highlighted Miami as a significant threat and praised Rozier as a valuable addition to their roster. Despite the Celtics' current top position in the league, Simmons emphasized the need for a bench guard with size. The trade is expected to shake up the dynamics in the Eastern Conference, with Rozier poised to make a significant impact on Miami's offense.

via Boston.com|

#bill-simmons #boston-celtics #miami-heat

entertainment3 years ago•4 min saved

The Fallout from Prince Harry and Meghan's Failed $20M Podcast Deal

Bill Simmons, a top Spotify executive and podcaster, criticized Prince Harry and Meghan Markle for not producing enough content for their $20 million podcast deal with Spotify. Simmons called the couple "grifters" and believes the company should have dropped them earlier. Despite the termination of the deal, the couple's content continues to attract a large following and generate revenue. Their Netflix documentary and Prince Harry's memoir were both highly successful, indicating that consumers are still interested in their content.

via Yahoo Finance|

#archetypes #bill-simmons #entertainment

sports3 years ago•2 min saved

NBA Trade Controversies and Title Contenders: A Recap.

Bill Simmons, an NBA insider, has received backlash from Phoenix Suns fans for his comment on the Suns' trade for Bradley Beal. Simmons implied that having Beal on the Suns wouldn't have made a difference over Landry Shamet in the series against the Denver Nuggets this past NBA postseason. Fans quickly slammed Simmons' take, arguing that Beal would have outperformed Shamet in the series. This comes after Simmons was previously roasted by fans for getting the Suns head coach hire wrong.

via The Arizona Republic|

#bill-simmons #bradley-beal #landry-shamet

sports3 years ago•2 min saved

NBA Personalities Face Backlash Over Bradley Beal Trade Comments

NBA insider Bill Simmons has received backlash from Phoenix Suns fans for his comment on the Suns' trade for Bradley Beal. Simmons implied that having Beal on the Suns wouldn't have made a difference over Landry Shamet in the series against the Denver Nuggets this past NBA postseason. Fans quickly slammed Simmons' take, arguing that Beal would have outperformed Shamet in the series. This comes after Simmons was previously roasted by Suns fans for getting the team's head coach hire wrong.

via Yahoo Sports|

#bill-simmons #bradley-beal #landry-shamet

entertainment3 years ago•2 min saved

Spotify and Netflix cut ties with Meghan and Harry's projects.

Spotify executive and podcaster Bill Simmons called Prince Harry and Meghan Markle "grifters" after their multi-year partnership with Spotify ended. The partnership between Archewell Audio, the couple's production company, and Spotify was intended to include numerous programs but ultimately only one series and a holiday special were produced. Simmons previously criticized Harry in a January 2023 episode of his podcast, saying that he was "so embarrassed" to share Spotify with him.

via CNN|

#bill-simmons #entertainment #meghan-markle

entertainment3 years ago•2 min saved

Bill Simmons slams Prince Harry and Meghan Markle as 'grifters' over failed Spotify podcast deal.

Bill Simmons, Spotify's Head of Podcast Innovation and Monetization, called Prince Harry and Meghan Markle "f**king grifters" after their departure from the platform, which will cost them around $10 million. Simmons, who owns a pop culture and sports podcast, doesn't understand why people pay attention to the royal couple and despises Prince Harry, whom he previously told The Big Lead to "shoot this guy to the sun."

via Marca English|

#bill-simmons #entertainment #meghan-markle

entertainment3 years ago•2 min saved

Bill Simmons slams Prince Harry and Meghan as 'grifters' over Spotify podcast deal.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's podcast deal with Spotify has come to an end, with both parties confirming the split in a joint statement. Bill Simmons, Spotify's head of global sports content, called the couple "f---ing grifters" on his podcast and alluded to an incident he had with Harry on Zoom when they apparently brainstormed podcast ideas. The couple produced one podcast called "Archetypes," which Meghan hosted, and won a People’s Choice Award for best podcast.

via Fox News|

#bill-simmons #entertainment #meghan-markle