Nets buying out Ben Simmons to end star’s failed tenure
The enormous disappointment with Ben Simmons' net tenure is almost over. The point guard, who missed 189 out of 246 games over two years in Brooklyn, completed the team's acquisition on Friday, according to ESPN. He was removed from their game against the heat early in the morning and was listed as not with the […]
Ben Simmons drawing interest with Nets buyout now a possibility
Once the NBA trading deadline has passed, it is now heading into the acquisition market. Ben Simmons may depend on that. Nets has spoken with Simmons about a potential acquisition, and it is expected that the previous All-Stars have a robust option to choose from if they reach an agreement and become free agent. The […]
Bill Simmons responds to viral Nikki Bella WWE ‘Raw’ moment
Bill Simmons patted himself on the back for having Nikki Bella caught on camera shaking her hips during WWE's Raw debut on Netflix last week. On Tuesday's “Bill Simmons Podcast,” the Ringer founder reacted to being turned into a meme while sitting ringside next to the former WWE Hall of Famer and simply trying to […]
Nets coach Jordi Hernandez mum about Ben Simmons’ load management
SALT LAKE CITY — The Nets were without Cam Johnson, D'Angelo Russell and Cam Thomas for Sunday's game against Utah. And Ben Simmons is almost certain to miss one of the next two as well. Jordi Fernandes admitted that Simmons has not yet been cleared to play on both ends of the back-to-back. Brooklyn plays […]
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' […]