The Bill Simmons Podcast

The Celtics Blow It Up and More Predraft Story Lines With Chris Mannix

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Chris Mannix to discuss the Celtics trading away Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis early in the offseason (0:00). Then, they talk about the Atlanta Hawks’ future, Achilles injuries, and the Kevin Durant trade (0:00). Finally, they discuss Sam Presti, Jake Paul vs. Julio César Chávez Jr., and more (0:00).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Chris Mannix

Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo

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