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[Saba Sports News] The past three seasons have been a nightmare for Ben Simmons. Once an All-Star and All-Defensive Team member, Simmons’ career has been derailed by back injuries and confidence issues. Now 28, he symbolizes the Brooklyn Nets’ fall from title contention in 2020 to a struggling team heading into the 2024-25 season.
Despite the setbacks, every offseason brings hope that Simmons can overcome his injuries and return to his former two-way playmaking self. The Nets are hoping the upcoming season will be his comeback year, and recent gym photos posted by trainer Chris Brickley have fans buzzing.
However, skepticism remains high. Fans on social media were quick to express doubt, recalling similar offseason hype that fizzled out in the past. On X (formerly Twitter), one user said, “As a Ben Simmons believer, I’ve seen this 1,000 times. He needs to prove it on the court.”
Simmons, in the final year of his contract, has a lot to prove. His struggles began in the 2021 NBA playoffs, where poor free throw shooting led to hesitation on offense. His holdout from the 76ers and the subsequent trade to the Nets for James Harden only compounded his woes, as he struggled to stay on the court.
Now, with the Nets rebuilding, the question remains: Can Simmons rebuild his career too?