http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/page2/story?page=simmons/070718


Besides, anything -- and I mean anything -- can happen during Summer League in Vegas. I found this out while playing blackjack at the Wynn's European pool on Saturday afternoon. Improbably, I ran into one of my favorite announcers, Gus Johnson, who loves me because I love him. Just as I was about to make Gus announce a few of my blackjack hands ("Here's the double-down card ... OHHHHHHHH, IT'S A 10!!!!!"), he implored me to come over and meet Isiah Thomas -- that's right, my frequent column target, who once threatened "trouble" if we ever met on the street.

After I explained to Gus why this would be a horrible idea, he countered, "Hold on, I got this; I'll fix this." He left while I kept playing blackjack, wondering how to defend myself if Isiah came at me with a piña colada. Minutes later, Gus waved me over and introduced me to Isiah, who was quite gracious and gave me 30 minutes.

I explained my side, he explained his, and that was that. Maybe the details don't matter as much as the story itself: Gus Johnson brokering peace talks between me and Isiah Thomas at a topless pool in Vegas.

Honestly, I'd tell you more, but you know the old saying ...

Does this mean he won't be busting on Zeke anymore?

Nah.

Gus is cool peoples. I met him while I did some work for CBSsports. He actually shook my hand with onion and garlic potato chip crumbs all over his hands. Very down to earth. Seems like a cool person to hang with.

i think we need to send Gus on a diplomacy mission to the Middle East along w/a harem of topless pool chicks.

Simmons is officially a sellout.

Posted by islesfan:

Simmons is officially a sellout.

Yep and he's been Putrid the past 3yrs to be honest. I've caught so many backpedaling statements of his and botched up cap explanations it's not even funny. But I knew something was up when he started giving Knicks props as of recent. The same thing he bashed I SAY UGH over 3yrs ago he's now praising him and handing out AT A BOYS. I wonder what he'll write 6 mos from now when we're sitting 5-6gms under .500?

Posted by knicksbabyyeah:

Casino is the Wynn btw, he has mentioned this place before

http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/page2/story?page=simmons/070618

Hmmm...

Posted by saramae:

I joined your site in my search for someone. I was in Las Vegas last week and met someone named Mike (Michael) who scouts for the Knicks. We met at The Moon Nightclub. We never exchanged last names or contact info, though we should have. If you can help that would be great. I believe he was staying at the Wynn during his stay and flew back to NYC July 12. He has dark hair and is 25 years old. He would know my name.

Thanks :) Saramae

Hmmmm...

What is everyone ghostwriting each other's columns this week? First "Marbury's blog," now aggressive Bill Simmons hangs with Zeke for 30 mins and seemingly gets along with him. The apocalypse is coming...