The Memphis Lowdown, and Forgotten NBA Playoff Teams With Ryen Russillo and Chris Vernon

<p>The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo and Chris Vernon to discuss the Grizzlies firing head coach Taylor Jenkins in the final stretch of the regular season (3:05), and Western Conference contenders (41:20).Then, Bill and Ryen wonder if they should be taking the Pistons seriously; the Pacers as a playoff threat, Bucks postseason concerns (0:00), a March Madness check-in (01:09:43), and more.</p><p><br></p><p>Host: Bill Simmons</p><p>Guests: Ryen Russillo and Chris Vernon</p><p>Producers: Kyle Crichton and Chia Hao Tat</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><em>Order Michelob ULTRA today, available on Doordash! </em></p><p><em>ENJOY RESPONSIBLY © 2025 ANHEUSER-BUSCH, MICHELOB ULTRA® LIGHT BEER, ST. LOUIS, MO.</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>