Ben Simmons Focused On Production This Season
Ben Simmons Fantasy Stats
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Brooklyn Nets
Healthy
Height / Weight | 6'10" / 240 lbs. |
Date of Birth (Age) | Jul 20, 1996 (28) |
Experience | 6 seasons |
College | Louisiana State |
Season Stats
SEASON | TEAM | POS | GP | MIN | PTS/G | REB | AST | BLK | STL | FG% | FT% | 3P% | FTM | 2PM | 3PM | TOV | DDBL | TDBL | FPTS |
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2017-18 | PHI | PG | 81 | 33.7 | 15.8 | 8.1 | 8.2 | 0.9 | 1.7 | 54.5 | 56.0 | 0.0 | 2.4 | 6.7 | 0.0 | 3.4 | 38 | 12 | 3450.2 |
2018-19 | PHI | PG | 79 | 34.2 | 16.9 | 8.8 | 7.7 | 0.8 | 1.4 | 56.2 | 60.0 | 0.0 | 3.3 | 6.8 | 0.0 | 3.5 | 42 | 10 | 3410.2 |
2019-20 | PHI | PG | 57 | 35.4 | 16.4 | 7.8 | 8.0 | 0.6 | 2.1 | 58.0 | 62.1 | 28.6 | 3.2 | 6.5 | 0.0 | 3.5 | 31 | 6 | 2435.0 |
2020-21 | PHI | PG | 58 | 32.4 | 14.3 | 7.2 | 6.9 | 0.6 | 1.6 | 55.7 | 61.3 | 30.0 | 3.0 | 5.6 | 0.1 | 3.0 | 13 | 4 | 2148.2 |
2022-23 | BKN | PG | 42 | 26.3 | 6.9 | 6.3 | 6.1 | 0.6 | 1.3 | 56.6 | 43.9 | 0.0 | 0.6 | 3.2 | 0.0 | 2.3 | 4 | 1 | 1120.2 |
2023-24 | BKN | PG | 15 | 23.9 | 6.1 | 7.9 | 5.7 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 58.1 | 40.0 | 0.4 | 2.9 | 0.0 | 1.8 | 3 | 0 | 402.8 | |
Career | 332 | 32.5 | 14.4 | 7.8 | 7.4 | 0.7 | 1.6 | 56.0 | 58.9 | 13.9 | 2.5 | 5.9 | 0.0 | 3.2 | 131 | 33 | 12966.8 |
Game Log
TEAM | OPP | POS | GS | PTS | MIN | REB | AST | BLK | STL | FG% | FT% | 3P% | FTM | 2PM | 3PM | TOV | DDBL | TDBL | FPTS | |
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Nov 6, 2023 | BKN | MIL | PG | 1 | 2 | 33:22 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 33.3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 26.2 | ||
Jan 29, 2024 | BKN | UTA | PG | 0 | 10 | 18:14 | 8 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 100.0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 42.0 | ||
Feb 3, 2024 | BKN | PHI | PG | 0 | 0 | 13:39 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 18.2 | |||
Feb 6, 2024 | BKN | DAL | PG | 1 | 9 | 20:16 | 9 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 57.1 | 50.0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 31.8 | |
Feb 8, 2024 | BKN | CLE | PG | 1 | 6 | 19:52 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 75.0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 11.2 | ||
Feb 10, 2024 | BKN | SA | PG | 1 | 13 | 21:30 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 85.7 | 50.0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 32.2 | |
Feb 13, 2024 | BKN | BOS | PG | 1 | 5 | 24:05 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 20.0 | 50.0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 24.0 | |
Feb 22, 2024 | BKN | TOR | PG | 1 | 2 | 21:08 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 50.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 12.5 | |
Feb 24, 2024 | BKN | MIN | PG | 1 | 4 | 15:22 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 33.3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 23.0 | ||
Feb 26, 2024 | BKN | MEM | PG | 0 | 4 | 14:10 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16.0 | ||
Last 10 | 7 | 5.5 | 20:10 | 6.9 | 5.0 | 0.4 | 0.9 | 61.0 | 45.5 | 0.5 | 2.5 | 0.0 | 1.3 | 1 | 0 | 23.7 |
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Ben Simmons News
Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons is determined to remind everyone of his abilities when fully healthy. "People forget me as a player when I'm healthy," Simmons said confidently in a recent interview. After being limited to just 15 games last season due to injuries, Simmons says he's "ready to go" following surgery. During Nets Media Day, he emphasized that health is his priority: "It's important just to be healthy. I want to play basketball at a high level and get the most I can out of my body. That's the focus. Money is nice and all that, but I want to play healthy. At the end of the day, I love playing basketball." Fantasy managers should watch his progress closely, as Simmons can be a stat-stuffer if he stays on the court consistently.
Sep 30
Ben Simmons Expected To Be Full Participant In Training Camp
Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Ben Simmons (back) is fully healthy ahead of training camp. "Ben is fully cleared and is a full participant for the start of camp. He is excited to get started," Simmons' agent Bernie Lee told NBA insider Chris Haynes. Simmons had a second back surgery in three years in March, which ended his 2023-24 campaign. He also missed a large chunk at the start of the season, finishing with only 15 appearances. Simmons, a three-time All-Star in 2019-2021, remains an enigmatic player who is naturally gifted in many areas but who can't stay healthy. Hopefully, the story will be different this season.
Sep 24
Ben Simmons Expected To Be "100 Percent" To Start The Season
Brooklyn Nets utility man Ben Simmons (back) is expected to be ready to go for the start of the 2024-25 campaign. "Ben has been doing his rehab and prep work," said Bernard Lee, Simmons' agent. "I'll simply say he's in a great place and the expectation is he's able to start the season 100 percent of himself ready to go." Fantasy managers heard the same story last summer. However, the 27-year-old appeared in only 15 games in 2023-24, averaging a career-low 6.1 points. Without a doubt, Simmons has talent. But until he can stay healthy, he shouldn't be considered anything more than a risky fantasy option with an upside.
Jul 10
Ben Simmons Undergoes Another Procedure
Brooklyn Nets utility man Ben Simmons (back) recently underwent a microscopic partial discectomy, the team announced on Thursday. He's already out for the remainder of the 2023-24 campaign, and while there isn't a timetable for his return, those within the organization believe he will be ready by training camp. Simmons' latest procedure isn't as complex as the one he had in May 2022. However, it's still not an ideal situation for the 2016 No. 1 overall pick, considering he's played just 59 games in the last three seasons. He finished the season with averages of 6.1 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 5.7 assists. His 1.8 turnovers per game was the lowest of his career. With this in mind, managers will likely avoid adding Simmons to fantasy rosters heading into next season, although he's worth selecting later than anticipated if he's available.
Mar 14
Ben Simmons Ruled Out For Rest Of Season
Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Ben Simmons (back) has been ruled out for the rest of the season. He's missed the last five games and won't see the court again in 2023-24 due to a lower back issue. "Ben Simmons will remain out for the remainder of the season while he consults with specialists and explores treatment options for the nerve impingement in his lower back," the team said in a statement. "Simmons, along with his representatives and Nets medical personnel, are currently in discussions with numerous experts to determine the course of action that will provide him with the best opportunity for long-term sustainable health." Simmons finishes the 2023-24 campaign with only 15 appearances. He averaged 6.1 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 5.7 assists across 23.9 minutes. Dennis Schroder and Dennis Smith Jr. are set to share the main ball-handling duties for the rest of the campaign without Simmons. Lonnie Walker IV is well-positioned to enjoy a strong stretch as well, particularly with Cam Thomas (ankle) and Cameron Johnson (ankle) also currently unavailable.
Mar 7
No Ben Simmons Against Detroit
Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Ben Simmons (back) won't play on Thursday against the Pistons. He's dealing with a nerve impingement in his back. However, reports suggest that the issue isn't as severe as the one that kept him off the floor for over two months this season. With this in mind, the former 76er might also sit out upcoming games against Charlotte and Cleveland. But even when Simmons returns, whenever that will be, he could see fewer minutes than usual. He's also averaging 6.1 points this season, the lowest of his career, so he's not worth keeping on fantasy rosters. Dorian Finney-Smith, coming off a 20-point, eight-rebound performance on Tuesday in the win over Philadelphia, is worth starting for those looking to fill a void.
Mar 6
Ben Simmons Out With Lingering Back Issue
Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Ben Simmons (back) remains out for Tuesday's contest versus the Philadelphia 76ers. After originally being listed with leg soreness for some of his prior absences, Simmons is now once again dealing with a nerve impingement in his left lower back that kept him on the shelf for nearly three months between November and January. In nine games (six starts) since Jan. 29, the 27-year-old former All-Star is producing a mere 5.9 points on 63.2% shooting from the floor, 6.0 rebounds, 5.1 assists, and 1.0 steals in 18.7 minutes per contest. Consider him questionable at best for Thursday's tilt against the Detroit Pistons. Cameron Johnson has started Brooklyn's past four games in Simmons' stead, averaging 19.9 points, 3.8 three-pointers on 46.9% shooting from downtown, and 1.5 swipes during 31.8 minutes.
Mar 5
Ben Simmons Won't Return On Monday
Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Ben Simmons (back) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against Memphis. He will miss a fourth consecutive contest. Simmons' absence has helped Dennis Schroder nail down a starting role, while Dennis Smith Jr. has logged at least 20 minutes off the Nets bench in the last three games Simmons has missed. We should see multiple Brooklyn players shine on Monday, as the team is considered a nine-point favorite against the depleted Grizzlies.
Mar 4
Ben Simmons Questionable Against Grizzlies On Monday
Brooklyn Nets forward Ben Simmons (back) remains on the injury report but was at least listed as questionable while he still suffers from nerve impingement in his lower back. Simmons has been out for the last three games after appearing in three consecutive games before that. The 27-year-old has appeared in 15 total games so far this season and he vowed to give the team everything he has whether he's hurt or fully healthy. When he plays, he has some value in deeper fantasy leagues, but his value is very limited since he hasn't been on the court. If he has to miss another game, Jalen Wilson and Dorian Finney-Smith will continue to see more minutes.
Mar 4
Ben Simmons A Question Mark For Saturday
Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Ben Simmons (leg) is questionable to face the Hawks on Saturday. He's carrying a sore left leg and might be unavailable for a third consecutive contest. Dennis Schroder has had a good spell in the starting unit with Simmons unavailable. Brooklyn already faced Atlanta on Thursday, and Schroder put in a very good performance against this former team with 23 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists. Simmons' absence has also allowed Dennis Smith Jr. to hit the 20-minute mark in back-to-back games, but he hasn't hit the same heights as Schroder.
Mar 2