A Rockets Gut Punch, Expectations for the Celtics and Pacers, and a Vegas Tourism Slump With Zach Lowe, Sean Fennessey, and Chris Ryan

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Zach Lowe to react to the Fred VanVleet injury and to discuss how it may have derailed the promising Rockets season (7:19). Then, Bill and Zach check in with the Celtics and the Pacers ahead of the season (01:12:11). Finally, Chris Ryan and Sean Fennessey join to talk about what’s going on in Vegas (01:26:05). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Zach Lowe, Sean Fennessey, and Chris Ryan Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit ⁠⁠ www.rg-help.com ⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices