Episode Appearances
First Things First · May 21, 2026
Thunder win Game 2 vs. Spurs, Alex Palou, Scott Dixon, & Josef Newgarden join from Indy 500
“Co-host conducting interviews and managing panel discussions throughout the episode”
Indy 500 Race Strategy and Pit Stop ExecutionDriver Mentality and Pressure ManagementTeam Dynamics in Competitive Racing
View AnalysisFirst Things First · May 20, 2026
Knicks comeback vs. Cavs in Game 1, Thunder vs. Spurs Game 2, Landon Donovan joins
“Co-host analyzing NBA playoffs and discussing Knicks' championship prospects”
NBA Playoff Performance AnalysisJalen Brunson Clutch PerformanceVictor Wembanyama Defensive Impact
View AnalysisFirst Things First · Apr 14, 2026
SGA vs. Michael Jordan, Play-In Preview, LaMelo Ball’s Hall-of-Fame level, King of the Hill
“Primary host discussing NBA playoffs, draft analysis, and sports commentary throughout episode”
SGA vs Michael Jordan comparison and all-time player rankingsNBA competitive balance crisis and margin of victory recordsNFL Draft 2025 quarterback evaluation and first-round positioning
View AnalysisFirst Things First · Apr 10, 2026
Knicks beat Celtics in Tatum’s return to MSG, Title Pie, Brou’s Ballot, Can LeBron carry the Lakers?
“Co-host providing analysis on Lakers, Rockets, and playoff scenarios”
Achilles Injury Recovery and Sports Medicine InnovationNBA Playoff Seeding Strategy and Bracket ManipulationClutch Performance as Playoff Predictor
View AnalysisFirst Things First · Apr 9, 2026
Thunder on ‘dynasty watch’ after clinching 1-seed, Ravens’ Super Bowl Window, BUD List
“Co-host discussing sports analysis and sharing personal anecdotes”
NBA Dynasty Definition and CriteriaOKC Thunder 2024-25 Season PerformanceShai Gilgeous-Alexander MVP and All-Time Ranking
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The Bill Simmons Podcast · Jan 30, 2026
An NBA Mailbag, Belichick’s Snub, Pats Disrespect, and Half-Baked Ideas With Zach Lowe, Kevin Wildes, and Joe House
“Co-host contributing half-baked ideas including seafood towers, elemental bars, and NBA Royal Rumble concept”
NFL Playoff Strategy and Weather AdvantageHall of Fame Selection Process ReformQuarterback Performance Under Pressure
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