Three years ago, Ben Simmons was traded for the net in exchange for James Harden on a 2022 NBA trade blockbuster deal.
Now, the two are Hollywood teammates after Simmons signed with the Clippers after being bought by Net last weekend.
However, the latest members of the Clippers were not interested in discussing the full circle nature of the entire story.
“I'm a competitor. Simmons said Tuesday. “I don't know all the bulls that are said online. It's not coming from me. I want to compete, and I do it.” I'm here for it. It's great to play with some of these great players. I think everyone just pushes to make each other better. They expect greatness So that's my hope for it to come to the Clippers.”
Simmons, 28, has been hampered by injuries throughout his career, and various health issues have plagued his tenure at NETS after his trade with the Sixers in 2022.
Injuries are such a problem, with Simmons not playing more than 60 games in the season since his sophomore in the NBA.
Last season, he appeared in just 15 contests online.
Simmons played in 33 games this year, averaging 6.2 points, 6.9 assists and 5.2 rebounds in 25 minutes per game.
The security guard told reporters Tuesday The Clippers made him feel “I wanted it.”
“Just talking to Ty Lue, everyone was very transparent,” Simmons said. “They know what I can do and what they expect from me… the team is transparent, what you are, what you need, how they do I think it's easy to understand how I can help them and how I can help them. So for me, I feel comfortable.”
The Clippers will be active when they host the Grizzlies on Wednesday.
