Minnesota's Coming, OKC's Here, and We Can Save the NBA Season With Kirk Goldsberry and Bill's Dad

<p>The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to discuss the Timberwolves' late-season surge, exciting Western Conference Round 1 playoff possibilities (2:26), the Thunder beating the Celtics for the second time this season (28:33), and Bill and Kirk's pitch to completely revitalize the NBA (51:10). Finally, Bill talks with his dad about being in TD Garden for the Thunder's 118-112 win against the Celtics, Patriots free agency buzz, the Bruins' decision to trade away longtime wing Brad Marchand, and more (01:16:45).</p><p><br></p><p>Host: Bill Simmons</p><p>Guests: Kirk Goldsberry and Bill's dad</p><p>Producers: Kyle Crichton and Chia Hao Tat</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><em>The all-new, fully electric Audi Q6 e-tron is a new way to experience driving. Learn more at </em><a href="http://audiusa.com/"><em>audiusa.com</em></a><em>.</em></p><p><br></p><p><em>The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit </em><a href="http://www.rg-help.com/"><em>www.rg-help.com</em></a><em> to learn more about the resources and helplines available.</em></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>