‘I feel like…’ Bill Simmons makes U-turn on ‘insufferable’ Luka Doncic and LA Lakers comments

Sports podcaster Bill Simmons had very harsh words to say about Luka Doncic. He has changed his mind.

Luka Doncic is the early frontrunner for MVP, with his stunning form propelling the LA Lakers to an impressive 11-2 record.

Doncic’s impressive form failed to impress Bill Simmons, who moaned that the LA Lakers star spent too much time during games moaning at officials.

He blasted: “I think the guy is brilliant, I think he’s one of the best offensive players I have ever seen in my life. But it’s not a new take to say that his behavior during games has been a little insufferable. I think this is the most insufferable he’s ever been.

“I can’t believe how he behaves for two and a half hours at these games, and I don’t know one person who enjoys it.”

Now he has changed his mind, speaking on his latest podcast about the Slovenian superstar.

Simmons backtracks on Doncic

Speaking on his latest podcast, Simmons commented: “I really like the way Luca’s playing lately, and I don’t feel like he’s getting caught up in the stupid ref s*** as much.”

He was called out by guest Joe House, who pointed out: “You said something different a week ago.”

Simmons responded: “No, it was two weeks ago,” referring to his November 3 comments.

He added: “I feel like he’s… I feel like, especially on defense, like he’s getting steals and stuff.”

Doncic’s defensive work has been praised also on the Hoop Collective podcast in recent weeks, along with by his fellow Lakers players.

Simmons added: “It’s like a team that if they’re hanging around with five minutes left, you feel like they’re going to win because they have Luka.”

The Lakers are currently dealing with an injury to Austin Reaves, who is considered ‘day-to-day’. He is not expected to play tomorrow against the Phoenix Suns, but Doncic has shaken off his knock and is ready for action.

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