Basketball
Ben Simmons back to play after 470 days: ‘I’m grateful’
Ben Simmons He felt like he was playing basketball in earnest again during his preseason debut. brooklyn netsHe was off the court for almost a year and a half for 470 days due to physical and mental issues and a brutal divorce from the Philadelphia 76ers. “I am grateful that I can step tracking, NBA court. I had a good time”he declared as soon as he finished.
As a starter, his team lost 108-127 at Barclays Centre. 6 points, 4 rebounds, 5 assists, 1 steal Ball in 19 minutes on the court. Kevin Durantwith 13 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists, was the best local player. Tyrese Maxseythe author of 20 points in 14 minutes while James Harden did not play.
Simmons’ last game in the NBA was Game 7 of the 2021 Conference Semifinals against the Atlanta Hawks. At that point, his relationship with Philly, coaches, teammates and fans was completely broken. He said the point guards felt good during the game despite having them out front: “I thought you would be nervous, but you’re not. I was excited. “
Source: Mundo Deportivo
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