Ep. 75: The DeMarcus Cousins Deal With Bill Simmons

The Ringer's Chris Vernon and HBO's Bill Simmons discuss the many ramifications of the DeMarcus Cousins trade to New Orleans. Topics include: Vlade Divac's cap knowledge (8:00), Buddy Hield's star potential (12:00), the rundown of every team's trade scenario for Cousins (16:00), why the Celtics didn't take the risk for Cousins (27:00), Ralph Sampson–Hakeem Olajuwon similarities with Anthony Davis and Cousins (35:00), CP3's return to New Orleans (40:00), and potential trades still on the table (48:00).

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