In Brooklyn, a revitalized Ben Simmons helps But as the Nets learned on Tuesday, it isn’t enough, writes SIChrisMannix
added 22. The Sixers connected on 50% of their three-pointers and outrebounded the Nets 49-35, including 20-4 on the offensive glass. Jacque Vaughn said Brooklyn made so many mistakes in the first two quarters they barely had enough time to show them all on film at halftime.Simmons was a mixed bag. He started off fast, collecting three assists on the Nets first three possessions. He found Nic Claxton for a layup on an inbounds pass. He found Claxton again for a dunk seconds later.
The Nets woes aside—more on that later—Simmons’ play continues to be encouraging. He averaged 16 points in the three games prior to Tuesday’s loss, shooting 84% from the field. He looks stronger. More confident, too. Asked if he attributed his recent play to physical or mental improvements, Simmons said “a little bit of both.”
“I feel like I’m in a good place,” Simmons said. “For me to come in here and just play basketball, I’m happy. I’m doing what I love. To be out there and have that experience was amazing … I think it was a good step forward.”
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