After a rough opening night, Simmons showed glimpses of what could be in Brooklyn’s bounce-back win over the Toronto Raptors. For the Nets, Friday night’s 109-105 win over the Raptors helped ease early concerns from their opening night blowout loss to the New Orleans Pelicans. In that game Wednesday night, Simmons – playing in his first game as a Net – recorded just … [Read more...] about Nets get a step in right direction for Ben Simmons
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Brooklyn Nets: Ben Simmons Medical Update
Having underwent successful microdiscectomy surgery, Simmons is expected to make a full recovery prior to the start of next season's training camp. BROOKLYN (May 5, 2022) - Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Ben Simmons underwent successful microdiscectomy surgery today at Cedars-Sinai Marina Del Rey Hospital in Los Angeles. The procedure was performed by Dr. Robert Watkins IV. … [Read more...] about Brooklyn Nets: Ben Simmons Medical Update
Nets’ Ben Simmons to undergo back surgery on herniated disk
The No. 1 pick in the 2016 draft sat out the entire 2021-22 season. NEW YORK - Ben Simmons will have surgery to alleviate pain in his back caused by a herniated disk, the Brooklyn Nets said Wednesday. The procedure will be done Thursday. The Nets said it was decided upon after consultation with multiple back specialists. Simmons sat out the entire season. The No. 1 … [Read more...] about Nets’ Ben Simmons to undergo back surgery on herniated disk
76ers, Ben Simmons impasse no surprise for anyone watching
Ben Simmons is letting his actions do the talking. If it was up to him, those actions would have him anywhere else right now but still with the Philadelphia 76ers. Yes, the NBA is back -- and so is the drama. While waiting for Tuesday night’s opening night tipoff, between the Brooklyn Nets and Milwaukee Bucks, news broke of the 76ers suspending Simmons for conduct … [Read more...] about 76ers, Ben Simmons impasse no surprise for anyone watching
3 Storylines to Follow: Potential NBA Restart
It’s looking more and more like an NBA return is closer than we think. The NHL was the first of the U.S.’s major four sports leagues to release a return-to-play format. The NBA is about to vote on one. And MLB, well, they’re still talking. While we’re all adjusting to a new normal, amid the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s a strong chance basketball fans will have games to … [Read more...] about 3 Storylines to Follow: Potential NBA Restart
