# Nick Knows Ball ON: Ben Simmons Shooting Montages, Marcin Gortat Screens & NBA Conspiracy Theories

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Podcast: [The Victory Degree](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-victory-degree-6691239)
Published: 2026-01-07T20:30:25+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of The Victory Degree Podcast, I sit down with Nick — one of the most creative new voices in NBA content — to break down basketball culture, internet humor, and why true ball knowers are gravitating toward his viral videos. We dive deep into how the NBA has changed over the last 20 years, from the mystique of players like Michael Jordan, Larry Bird, Magic Johnson, and Shaquille O’Neal to today’s hyper-exposed era of LeBron James, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic, and Stephen Curry. Nick explains why seeing players on Instagram, TikTok, and podcasts has fundamentally altered how fans perceive greatness. Nick also explains how his viral content ideas came to life, including: - Hilarious NBA career earnings breakdowns featuring players like Tobias Harris, Ben Simmons, Ish Smith, Timofey Mozgov, Furkan Korkmaz, and Rashard Lewis - The now-viral gas station skits, packed with ultra-niche references like Chris Paul’s snake dribbles, Ben Simmons free throws, and Marcin Gortat screens - Why even role players and journeymen make more money than most people realize — and why that fact shocks fans We also get into bigger conversations around: - How sports gambling and fantasy sports are changing fan behavior — and why players like Michael Porter Jr. and real NBA athletes are directly impacted - Why younger fans view stars like LeBron James differently than past generations viewed legends - How highlights and box scores have replaced actually watching full NBA games - Why authenticity beats copying trends when building an audience - The mindset shift creators need before posting their first video Nick also shares why NBA players like Duncan Robinson have interacted with his content, how inside jokes turn into internet communities, and why taking creative risks…

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