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The Jalen Williams Game, Haliburton’s Injury, OKC Vs. MJ’s Bulls, and Giannis’s Future With Doc Rivers

2025/6/17
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Doc Rivers and Bill Simmons analyze Jalen Williams' exceptional performance in Game 5 of the NBA Finals, comparing his skills and potential to Scottie Pippen. They discuss his improved play, physicality, and contributions to OKC's success. The discussion also touches on the OKC bench's overall impact and the team's ability to overcome challenges.
  • Jalen Williams' significant improvement since last year
  • Comparison of Williams's play to Scottie Pippen
  • OKC's bench's crucial role in the win
  • Williams's physicality and use of his body
  • Team's ability to get to the paint and make plays

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Doc Rivers to react to OKC taking a commanding 3-2 lead against the Pacers in the NBA Finals (2:18). Then, they discuss Tyrese Haliburton’s injury and the Knicks firing Tom Thibodeau (22:08). Finally, they talk about SGA’s development, Giannis trade rumors, and much more (42:50).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Doc Rivers

Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo

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