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USA Today
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
The Pablo Torre-Bill Simmons 'feud' has reached its inevitable podcast
Pablo Torre has a few questions for Bill Simmons and it appears he's headed over to The Ringer's podcast studios to get some answers. After Torre and Simmons traded barbs over the former's Bill Belichick-Jordon Hudson reporting, the Pablo Torre Finds Out host is reportedly going to sit down with Simmons on The Bill Simmons Podcast to clear the air — or dirty it up some more. According to Meadowlark Media's Dan Le Batard at the start of his Tuesday show, "Pablo Torre will be appearing on Bill Simmons' podcast here." And considering PTFO is a Meadowlark Media production, the sourcing seems pretty solid. The fact that Torre is going on Simmons' show, instead of the other way around, is a bit notable. It was Simmons who fired off criticism of Torre's reporting on Belichick during a recent episode of The Ringer's The Rewatchables. When word got back around to PTFO, Torre made it known he had a few questions for Simmons about the Hudson-Belichick drama and invited The Ringer founder over to PTFO for a chat. It's hard to know what to expect here, or if Simmons will return the favor by going on Torre's show, but it is undoubtedly good the two will at least have a chance to clear the air — and it's even better for fans of both who get a chance to hear the discussion. Hopefully the episode is dropping soon.
Yahoo
20 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
'I Think ESPN Is Going To F*** The Show Up': Bill Simmons Didn't Hold Back When Expressing His Worries About Inside The NBA's New Era
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: TNT/The Ringer This past weekend marked the end of an era in sports broadcasting. As the Indiana Pacers clinched their first trip to the NBA Finals in over two decades, it was all shown during Inside The NBA's final broadcast on TNT. The long-running show had been on the network since 1989, and it will resume on ESPN this fall as part of a historic deal. While some may be happy the series will still be on the 2025 TV schedule, longtime sports analyst Bill Simmons isn't optimistic about the new era of the beloved basketball show. Advertisement Inside The NBA has long been known for its wild antics, which occasionally make host Ernie Johnson feel like a "rogue traffic cop." But, during an installment of The Bill Simmons Podcast, the eponymous host claimed that the move to ESPN could ruin the show. Surprisingly, it's not because he's of the thinking that the Disney-owned network would try to keep Charles Barkley from saying wild stuff, but because of the way it runs commercials: I think ESPN is going to fuck the show up. I don't care if I get they completely change how they do commercials. The show's going to be different and people are going to be pissed. And Barkley and those guys are going to be pissed and I think it's going to go badly. It's funny that Bill Simmons knew he'd make waves with his comment, as he was likely aware of the immense pull that he has in sports broadcasting. Of course, it's still just an opinion, and do we really believe Charles Barkley would've renounced his retirement if he thought Inside The NBA would flop on ESPN? Probably not, but it's always possible that Barkley and the rest of the Inside crew weren't thinking about the fundamental way the show could change beyond censorship issues. Bill Simmons went into that, noting the way ESPN currently conducts its NBA coverage, and how it would need to change to be closer to what's been seen on TNT for decades: The only way it doesn't go badly is if they do the commercials and they give them the lengthy segments that you need to have that show work. They're going to have to change how they do it. They just paid so much for the NBA, that if they don't do that and they do these same short, terrible segments that you're about to see in the Finals, where it's like a one-and-a-half-minute halftime and a twenty-minute pregame. If they do that, they're going to fuck the show up and everybody's going to be mad. If they mess with any piece of this, everybody's going to be mad. All this being said, fans have yet to see a single episode of Inside The NBA on ESPN. There's even a part of me that feels like Bill Simmons is only putting his opinion out into the world so that someone making decisions on how the program will run next season and can react appropriately to ensure no one is mad. Advertisement More On Inside The NBA Shaquille O'Neal on Inside The NBA on TNT Charles Barkley, Shaq And The Inside The NBA Crew Got Family Photos Done, And They Went All Out While Bill Simmons is right that ESPN's basketball coverage does thrive on brevity and is very commercial-heavy, the network does house shows with long segments. First Take, The Pat McAfee Show, and others have very long blocks where people are talking. Maybe some of those segments can get just a bit shorter so that the network can let Ernie Johnson, Shaquille O'Neal, Kenny Smith and Charles Barkley do their thing. It'll be several months before we see what ESPN does, as Inside The NBA is officially off the air until the new NBA season kicks off in late October. I want to stay optimistic that the show will remain as fun as it has been in past years, with more moments like Shaq running to the bathroom and getting roasted by the rest of the panel. Until I'm proven otherwise, that's where my head is at, and I'm going to hope for the best. For now, know that the NBA Finals kick off on ABC on Thursday, June 5th at 8:30 p.m. ET. It should be an exciting series for those who love basketball, so be sure to check it out and wonder what Charles Barkley might have to say about it during the championship series.
New York Post
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
ESPN may ‘f–k the show up' when ‘Inside the NBA' moves: Bill Simmons
Bill Simmons is worried that ESPN will 'f–k up' 'Inside the NBA' when it starts airing the beloved NBA studio show next season. 'Inside the NBA' closed its run on TNT on Saturday after the Knicks ended their quest for an NBA title with a loss to the Pacers in the Eastern Conference finals. The show will move to ESPN, and the former employee of the network opined recently that it would ruin the show without a change to the way it structures its commercial breaks. 'Unless they completely change how they do commercials, the show is gonna be different, people are gonna be pissed and Barkley and those guys are gonna be pissed and I think it's going to go badly,' Simmons said on 'The Bill Simmons Podcast. 'The only way it doesn't go badly is if they do the commercials and they give them the lengthy segments that you need to have that show work. They're going to have to change how they do it. 'They just paid so much for the NBA that if they don't do that and they do the same short, terrible segments that you're about to see in the Finals where it's like a one and a half minute halftime and it's like a 20 minute pregame, they do that they're going to f–k the show up and everybody's going to be mad.' Shaquille O'Neal, Ernie Johnson, Jalen Rose, Kenny Smith and Charles Barkley of 'Inside the NBA' talk before Game 6 between the Knicks and the Pacers during the 2025 Eastern Conference Finals on May 31, 2025 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. NBAE via Getty Images Sports media news site Awful Announcing noted last year that NBA fans had panned the halftime show produced by ESPN for its incredibly short segments, with a majority of the program being made up of commercials. Warning: Graphic language Simmons alleged that ESPN had 'not cared for this entire century about this' issue with the commercial breaks and that 'whoever is running ESPN' had simply 'just cashed the checks from the commercials.' Details have started to emerge about ESPN's plans for the show once it lands on the Disney-owned network's airwaves. ESPN has no plans to change the show's DNA and TNT will retain complete editorial control over the show, Front Office Sports reported Monday. Bill Simmons commented about ESPN getting 'Inside the NBA.' Screengrab via X/@awfulannouncing ESPN will take a hands-off approach like they've done with Stephen A. Smith and Pat McAfee, and one Front Office Sports source blasted the speculation over what the network could try to do with 'Inside the NBA.' 'Some of the speculation's just nuts. ESPN has wanted Barkley and this show for 20 years. Now that they've got it, why would they change it?' the source said to Front Office Sports.
Newsweek
4 days ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Bam Adebayo Defends 'Heat Culture' Amid Ongoing Criticism
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. All-Star Miami Heat big man Bam Adebayo has backed up "Heat Culture," the team's seemingly unique approach to roster-building and training, from its lingering critics. Following a trying 2024-25 season that saw six-time All-Star Miami swingman Jimmy Butler force his way out of town — and the team tumble out of contention — the notion of "Heat Culture" currently finds itself somewhat in flux. More Miami Heat News: Heat Star Bam Adebayo Loses Out on All-Defensive Team Honor For First Time in Years During a new interview with longtime NBA insider Brandon "Scoop B" Robinson, Adebayo revealed that he, for one, is an ardent supporter of the concept — even now. "If I ruled the world, I wouldn't change it." Miami Heat big man, Bam Adebayo talks Heat Culture, his big man influences, playoff takes and why Chris Bosh's sacrifice still sticks with him. A thoughtful convo full of insight and loyalty. 🔗Check out my latest with @Bam1of1 ➡️… — 👑 Brandon 'Scoop B' Robinson (@ScoopB) May 19, 2025 "If I ruled the world, I wouldn't change it," Bam said, when asked if he would handle Miami's approach to its team-building any differently. "The thing is, it's like if you're not in it, you wouldn't understand." Heat team president Pat Riley, who has been in charge of the organization since 1995, and longtime head coach Erik Spoelstra, who has been on the team's coaching staff since 1997 and its head coach since 2008, have instilled their own particular brand of basketball on generations of star players. More Miami Heat News: Heat Coach Erik Spoelstra Was Brutally Honest With Steve Kerr on Jimmy Butler Since the 2005-06 season, the Heat have appeared in seven NBA Finals, winning three. They traditionally employ a swarming, defense-first identity, are obsessed with fitness, and were one of the early proponents of small-ball basketball. "That's the thing about 'Heat Culture,'" Adebayo claimed. "If you aren't a part of it, then you don't know what it's like to be inside of the locker room or around the Heat organization." MIAMI, FLORIDA - APRIL 26: Bam Adebayo #13 of the Miami Heat looks on against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the fourth quarter in Game Three of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Kaseya... MIAMI, FLORIDA - APRIL 26: Bam Adebayo #13 of the Miami Heat looks on against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the fourth quarter in Game Three of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Kaseya Center on April 26, 2025 in Miami, Florida. More Photo by"Heat Culture" has been called out by a variety of critics over the years. During a fall 2024 episode of his eponymous "The Bill Simmons Podcast," The Ringer's Bill Simmons took stock of the club's recent failings. Bill Simmons asks if Heat Culture 'died' after striking out on Damian Lillard🤔 Mentions miss on Rozier trade, Jovic/Ware not panning out 'McCain was the most Miami pick. They whiffed on this pick. Im just not looking under my bed anymore for the Heat.' — Hot Hot Hoops (@hothothoops) November 22, 2024 "They had a terrible year [in 2023-24]," Simmons said. "[Pat] Riley got mad at [Jimmy] Butler. The [Terry] Rozier trade turned out to be kind of blah ... Bam's [Adebayo] gone backward." Rozier, acquired in a midseason 2023-24 trade with the Charlotte Hornets, fell out of favor with Spoelstra quickly in 2024-25 after an uninspiring playoff showing the previous spring. "I assume that's going to turn around [Adebayo's play] but I'm just pointing out he doesn't look like a top 15 player in the league," Simmons said. "Nikola Jovic, who they were all excited about, blah." A four-time All-Defensive Teamer and a three-time All-Star, Adebayo had a bit of a down season individually in 2024-25. After being pivoted to a power forward role next to rookie Kel'el Ware, Adebayo averaged a still-good 18.1 points, 9.6 rebounds, 4.3 assists, 1.3 steals and 0.7 blocks a night for the 37-45 Heat. Miami became the first No. 10 seed to survive the play-in tournament and capture a playoff spot this spring, but the team had its clock roundly cleaned by the No. 1-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers in a four-game sweep. When asked by Robinson about the Heat's team-building intentions during the offseason, Adebayo was a company man, keeping word mum. "I feel like that's more in-house... between the organization obviously with Pat [Riley], [owner] Mickey [Arison], and everybody else who's involved," Adebayo said. In another conversation with Robinson, the 6-foot-9 Kentucky product reflected on why he was omitted from this year's 10 All-Defensive Team honorees, a list he had made every year since 2020. "Uhh... Politics, you know? You can't really help it," Adebayo said. "Some dudes have power over the media and some dudes don't. But in my case, we can't really voice for it if we're in the 10th spot. Now if we're in the 3rd spot or 4th spot? You could say something." More Miami Heat News: Dwyane Wade Offers Blunt Reaction to Jimmy Butler's Playoff Run Former Heat Star Calls Out Jimmy Butler After Warriors Playoff Exit Heat President Pat Riley Unapologetic on Jimmy Butler, Promises More Changes Heat Star Tyler Herro Takes Massive Shot at Darius Garland Over Playoff Comments For more Miami Heat and general NBA news and rumors, stay tuned to Newsweek Sports.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
NBA analyst shares one surprising revelation about Victor Wembanyama amid his injury recovery
NBA analyst shares one surprising revelation about Victor Wembanyama amid his injury recovery (Image Source: Getty Images) The San Antonio Spurs might be keeping a big secret. It's not about a new player or a coaching change. It's about Victor Wembanyama and not his skills, but his height. There's growing buzz that the NBA's most talked-about rookie might have actually grown taller during the offseason. Yes, even taller than before. This surprising claim came from a podcast clip that's now making waves. Fans and analysts are wondering the same thing: is Wembanyama still growing? If the rumor is true, it could shake up the entire league. Bill Simmons Thinks Victor Wembanyama Grew Taller This Summer On May 24, 2025, Bill Simmons shared something surprising. He spoke about it on The Bill Simmons Podcast. Simmons was talking with Zach Lowe from ESPN. He said Victor Wembanyama may have grown during the offseason. 'He (expletive) grew an inch,' Simmons said. 'He's 7-foot-7 now, allegedly.'Right now, the NBA lists Wembanyama at 7-foot-3 and a half without shoes. With shoes, he is 7-foot-5. This comes from Spurs and NBA records. If Bill Simmons is right, Victor Wembanyama may now be 7-foot-6 barefoot. That would make him 7-feet-7-inches in shoes. That would make him taller than Zach Edey. Edey is listed at 7-foot-5. There is no official update from the Spurs, the NBA has not said anything either. Simmons said it came from people close to the team. Fans now wonder, is Victor Wembanyama still growing? A Taller Victor Wembanyama Could Be Even Harder to Stop Victor Wembanyama had a strong rookie season. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 21st Century Skills Start with Confident Communication Planet Spark Learn More Undo But he missed the end of it. In March 2024, doctors found a blood clot. He stopped playing after that. He should be back next season. He should be perfectly well. He appeared in 71 games during the 2023-24 campaign. He blocked more shots than any other player in the NBA. He also scored 22.5 points per game. Victor Wembanyama had 10.8 rebounds and 3.8 assists. He is already hard to guard. He can block shots easily. If he grows, he'll be even more of a problem for other teams. Training camps start in September 2025. That's when we may see if he is taller. Until then, fans and teams will keep guessing. Also Read: WWE stars attend NBA playoffs: Triple H steals the spotlight courtside Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
