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Boston Gets Clocked, Round 1 Predictions, and a Mega-Mailbag With Chris Ryan and Joe House
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Apr 29, 20262:01:30
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Chris Ryan and Joe House to react to the 76ers extending the series against the Celtics, the Knicks taking a 3-2 lead against the Hawks, and the Spurs eliminating the Trail Blazers to move on to the conference semifinals (3:13). Then, they predict the outcomes for the rest of Round 1 and take a look at the NBA's anti-tanking draft lottery proposal (31:36). Finally, Bill and House answer some mailbag questions (01:02:29).
Host: Bill Simmons
Guests: Chris Ryan and Joe House
Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo
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