Ben Simmons

Simmons looked good against the Bucks, but there's still work to do. Also, are there worries about Joe Harris' ankle and the bigs' depth?

The no-look pass to Claxton was snazzy, he’s pushed the tempo and some of his natural defensive instincts have been apparent. This isn’t much of a take, but to me, Simmons has looked like a professional athlete who hasn’t played regularly in 18 months. For once, the Nets looked like they were developing some chemistry among their core.

Brooklyn Nets playmaking forward Ben Simons had quite an impressive night in the team's third preseason game on Wednesday, but fans seem to be focused on a ...

But it comes with it, and you got to have tough skin and I realize that, but nah, I can’t take everything personally. “It finds me all the time. And it doesn’t [expletives] stop.

NBA fans were excited to see Ben Simmons lock Giannis Antetokounmpo up during a preseason game between the Brooklyn Nets and Milwaukee Bucks.

Now that he ahs had a season off to get his mentality and body right for the upcoming season, the Nets will rely on Simmons to provide DPOY-level play. The fanbase also reveled in their new addition Ben Simmons locking Antetokounmpo up in a play. The Milwaukee Bucks and Brooklyn Nets are going to be a thorn in each other's sides all season long.

The time has come for Ben Simmons to put up or shut up for the Brooklyn Nets. For months, people have been wondering aloud (quite loudly, in fact)

Fans of the Nets want to root for Simmons, they want him to be the sort of player he swears he can be. All of this pushes back against the narrative that Simmons is aloof and not interested in the rest of his team. He was able to read his teammates, his opponents, and the options before him. The Smoothness Of Simmons This was definitely good news for fans of the Nets. This was an example of Simmons using his size and his skill well.

Ben Simmons' ability to shoot the basketball has been under scrutiny for years now. It was a work in progress when he came into the league, and whether it's ...

“It finds me all the time,” Simmons said. It was a work in progress when he came into the league, and whether it’s been his struggles from the free throw line or his near-complete aversion to letting it fly from three, Simmons has just never gotten better at this. Now, one (admittedly bad) airball from an outdoor event wouldn’t be a huge deal for most other people in the NBA, but things change when it’s Simmons.

Brooklyn Nets star Ben Simmons has had about enough of the public criticism of him after a video surfaced of his air ball.

If there is anyone who has dealt with as much criticism as Simmons, it would be Irving. However, unlike with past crisis, it appears Simmons is taking things in stride and keeping them in perspective. The video created a whirlwind of renewed criticism of Simmons.

Through three exhibition contests, the Australian guard is averaging 5.7 points, 7.3 boards, 6.3 dimes and 1.3 steals across 24.3 minutes. In fantasy leagues, ...

Simmons' performance was right in line with what we've come to expect from him -- he struggled from the free-throw line and took a backseat as a scorer but put up big numbers as a rebounder and passer, leading the team with 10 assists and finishing second with eight rebounds. In fantasy leagues, his ability to put up numbers across multiple categories is balanced by a complete absence of three-point shooting and a poor percentage from the charity stripe. Through three exhibition contests, the Australian guard is averaging 5.7 points, 7.3 boards, 6.3 dimes and 1.3 steals across 24.3 minutes.

The former 76ers star says the criticism "comes with being Ben Simmons right now"

[Philadelphia 76ers](https://www.cbssports.com/nba/teams/PHI/philadelphia-76ers/) while [focusing on his mental health.](https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/76ers-are-worsening-ben-simmons-mental-health-issues-says-agent-rich-paul-this-is-no-longer-about-a-trade/) He was eventually traded to the Nets but then dealt with a back injury and had surgery in May. 1 pick in the 2016 [NBA Draft](/nba/draft/) is trying to keep things in perspective and is seeing the attention as a positive. "I believe that's what it is. [Simmons told ESPN on Wednesday.](https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/34784119/amid-social-media-criticism-nets-simmons-leans-irving) "And it doesn't f---ing stop. [Ben Simmons](/nba/players/2202822/ben-simmons/) has received significant criticism on social media over the last few years. The 26-year-old pointed out that other players airballed multiple shots but didn't get called out the same way he did.

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Ben Simmons looked much better for the Brooklyn Nets as their offense flourished against the Milwaukee Bucks.

Sharpe and Thomas then ice the re-screen, leading to a forced 3-ball late in the shot clock: This is a spot where you’d like to see Simmons elevate and finish strong through contact above the rim, something he made a living on in the past: Here Simmons and Irving ice the side ball screen between Carter and Antetokounmpo. On the first play, Simmons gets a switch in the post with George Hill covering him. Here he rejects a high ball screen and works hard downhill before finding a rolling Sharpe for a lay-in plus the foul: Simmons’ lower body strength and length allow him to hold position and challenge Antetokounmpo vertically better than any player the Nets have had in prior seasons. Simmons also looked for his shot more in the win. Durant makes the correct read with Jevon Carter recovering to Mills and finds Sharpe for a wide-open dunk: The Nets used this to their advantage by running dribble handoffs for Irving and Durant to generate open mid-range jump shots: “He’s not just gonna come down and put his back to people and zip balls around the gym,” he continued. The first-year Nets star’s passivity was a significant storyline following a loss to Miami last week. The Nets’ [focus](https://clutchpoints.com/nets-joe-harris-reveals-important-change-of-focus-for-2022-23-season/) looked noticeably different from two losses last week with the team playing a fast-paced, physical brand of basketball.

The Brooklyn Nets player, Ben Simmons, received strong comments on social networks after a video came out where he makes a shot at the basket and the ball ...

The franchise's coach, former player Steve Nash, acknowledged that Simmons may need plenty of time. "Because people know what I can do, what I'm capable of," Simmons said. "It finds me all the time," Simmons told ESPN on Wednesday.