The Knicks Land a Haymaker, With Doc Rivers. Plus, a Mini-Mailbag, the End of 'Euphoria,' and a Movies Resurgence With Joanna Robinson and Chris Ryan.
Bill Simmons and Doc Rivers break down the dramatic Game 1 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs, highlighting Jalen Brunson’s heroics, the impact of playoff experience, and the Knicks’ team cohesion. The conversation then shifts to broader NBA themes like team
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