Nets backcourt decimated with Ben Simmons, D’Angelo Russell out
In Monday's 113-99 loss to Indiana, the battered Nets were without eight players, including a backcourt without point guards D'Angelo Russell and Ben Simmons. Simmons was listed with left calf soreness and a lower back injury, but Nets coach Jordi Fernandez suggested it was more to do with his calf than his back. “For D'Angelo, […]
Montverde’s Kevin Boyle thrilled D’Angelo Russell, Ben Simmons reunited with Nets
MILWAUKEE — Ben Simmons and D'Angelo Russell didn't share the court in the Nets' win Thursday night in Milwaukee, but they'll both be at the point at some point. The Nets hope it's more complementary than competitive. After all, these two playmakers have already shown that they can not only coexist, but thrive. They played […]
Ric Bucher opens up on bitter end of Bill Simmons relationship
Rick Buescher has revealed his relationship, or apparent lack thereof, with Bill Simmons. The sports media personality said of the Ringer founder on a recent episode of the podcast “On the Ball with Rick Butcher.” Call for attention to Simmons' comments While talking about the Kings, he also hinted at the broken bond between his […]
Nets, Ben Simmons can’t shake offensive woes in loss to Heat
MIAMI — The Nets continued to struggle to create what they wanted and continued to struggle to win. On Monday, they lost 110-95 to the Heat in front of a crowd of 19,832 at Caseya Center. And once again, the problem was on the attacking side. The Nets (11-18) have dropped 5-of-6 and 8-of-8 in […]
Ben Simmons struggles running reckless Nets’ new-look offense
With Dennis Schroder gone, Ben Simmons is running the show as the new point guard. And the Nets played Monday's game, and they weren't very good. The Nets will have to rely on pace to win games. But they were reckless, sloppy and had too many turnovers, resulting in a 130-101 loss to Cleveland. During […]
Ben Simmons, Cam Johnson spark Nets in impressive win over Pacers
The fuss in the Nets' locker room wasn't just about overcoming a season-long loss. They were breaking the story too much. Brooklyn dominated Indiana 99-90, ending a three-game slide in front of 16,748 points at Barclays Center. The Nets then celebrated their latest victory that shocked doubters. Cam Johnson shoots Benedict Mathurin during the Nets' […]
Ben Simmons, Cam Johnson’s exits bring additional Nets injury worries
The Nets, who have already lost much of their strength, will be without Ben Simmons for Monday's game against Chicago, but are hoping to acquire Cam Johnson. Simmons left Sunday's loss at Orlando with a knee contusion, and Johnson checked out with a left ankle injury with 18 seconds left. “I just made some minor […]
Nets were hoping Ben Simmons would push offense, but he hasn’t
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Nets coach Jordi Fernandez said early in the season that he expected Ben Simmons to be aggressive and shoot double-digits every night. So far, Simmons has never achieved his goal. Simmons is coming off a second hip surgery and has declared himself healthy for the first time in years, which begs the […]
Nets’ Ben Simmons can’t wait to revel in 76ers fans’ hatred again
PHILADELPHIA — They say hell hath no fury like a woman scorned. Except for the 76er fans booing Ben Simmons. Brooklyn's Simmons has a background in Philadelphia and has returned to the Wells Fargo Center before, but he is well aware that he will continue to be booed by 76ers fans for the rest of […]
Ben Simmons finding his stride with return to hostile Philly looming
Ben Simmons is coming off perhaps his best game of the season, with the erratic big man posting season-highs in points (10) and rebounds (9) in Tuesday's home win over Charlotte. The challenge for Simmons and the Nets was for him to put up those kinds of numbers on a regular basis and play solid […]