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Milwaukee’s Crazy and Other NBA Summer Takeaways With Rob Mahoney, Plus a Boston Sports Check-In With Bill’s Dad

2025/7/2
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The Milwaukee Bucks' decision to stretch Damian Lillard's contract and sign Miles Turner is analyzed. While some see it as a desperate attempt to keep Giannis Antetokounmpo, others believe it's a calculated risk given the dire future without him. The discussion also involves comparing Brook Lopez and Miles Turner as assets and the impact of this move on Giannis's decision to stay.
  • Milwaukee Bucks stretched Damian Lillard's contract
  • Signed Miles Turner
  • Debate about desperation vs. brilliance
  • Comparison of Brook Lopez and Miles Turner
  • Impact on Giannis Antetokounmpo's decision

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney to react to NBA free agency with major moves from the Bucks, Rockets, and Lakers (2:01). Then, they talk about the positive offseason for the Nuggets and the Hawks, before discussing the Pacers, Celtics, and Pistons (31:47). After that, they have an “Atrocious GM Summit” to discuss the teams making the worst moves and more (59:13). Finally, Bill’s dad joins the pod to discuss the Celtics next season (01:25:13).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Rob Mahoney and Bill’s dad

Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo

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