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
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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
Kevin Durant to miss time with left knee sprain
Brooklyn Nets superstar Kevin Durant was diagnosed with a sprained medial collateral ligament in his left knee, the team announced on Sunday. He is out indefinitely after suffering the injury late in the second quarter of Brooklyn's 120-105 win over the Pelicans, Saturday night at Barclays Center. Durant was hurt when teammate Bruce Brown bumped into a driving Herbert … [Read more...] about Kevin Durant to miss time with left knee sprain
James Harden remains the engine that makes Brooklyn go
James Harden, once again, is looking like the NBA superstar we've all come to appreciate. The step-back three pointers are there, moreover, so is the burst in his step. When the nine-time NBA All-Star is rolling, it's poetry in motion. For the Brooklyn Nets, the timing of Harden's return to form couldn't be any better. On Monday night, Harden dropped 39 points, 15 … [Read more...] about James Harden remains the engine that makes Brooklyn go
James Harden getting there, so are the Nets
James Harden knows it's going to take time to get it right. Patience has been the keyword for the Brooklyn Nets this season. 13 games into the season, the Nets (9-4) are on top of the Atlantic division. Harden has used the early part of the season to work himself back to full form. The goal is clear, to get back to the level of basketball we've all become accustomed … [Read more...] about James Harden getting there, so are the Nets