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NBA legend slams current era of players as ‘soft’

There is a deep divide between the current era of NBA players and the older generation. Legends largely view the current crop of players as soft, which is precisely what Shaquille O’Neal said during a recent episode of The Big Podcast. …

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Ben Simmons responds to prominent criticism of him

Los Angeles Clippers guard Ben Simmons addressed one prominent criticism of him in a new interview. Some fans and pundits have questioned Simmons’ passion for the game of basketball as the former No. 1 pick has dealt with injuries in recent …

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Ben Simmons makes surprising announcement

Ben Simmons is ready for all of your “boy who cried wolf” jokes. The LA Clippers forward Simmons made a surprising announcement over the weekend in an interview with basketball writer Grant Afseth. Simmons revealed that he plans to play …

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Ben Simmons makes decision on his new team

Ben Simmons has decided on his new team after being bought out by the Brooklyn Nets. Simmons plans to sign with the Los Angeles Clippers once he clears waivers, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. The three-time All-Star had agreed to a buyout with …

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Report: Ben Simmons to meet with 2 teams after Nets buyout

The Brooklyn Nets have finally moved on from Ben Simmons, and the former All-Star guard is expected to draw interest from at least two teams. Simmons and the Nets reached a buyout agreement on Friday, according to Shams Charania and Brian Windhorst …

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Nets make major decision on Ben Simmons

Former No. 1 overall pick Ben Simmons is likely on his way to a new organization. Shams Charania of ESPN reported on “NBA Today” Thursday that Simmons and the Brooklyn Nets have begun to discuss a buyout. The Los Angeles Clippers and …

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Ben Simmons makes surprising comments about Philadelphia fans

The city of Philadelphia may have to soften a little bit on one of their least favorite people. In an appearance this week on “The Young Man and The Three” podcast, Brooklyn Nets forward Ben Simmons reflected back on his time with the …

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Reporter shares notable update on Ben Simmons’ future

The owner of the single worst contract in the NBA right now may be poised to play out that contract in its entirety. Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported Tuesday that neither the Brooklyn Nets nor veteran forward Ben Simmons have any interest …

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Ben Simmons tried to resolve matters with Joel Embiid

Ben Simmons’ infamously toxic exit from the Philadelphia 76ers is extremely well-known by this point, but a new report suggests Simmons actually tried to clean things up recently with his former star teammate. Simmons reached out to Joel Embiid …

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Fans clown Ben Simmons for worst missed layup of the year

Ben Simmons on Friday added to his growing list of NBA lowlights with one of the worst layups fans have ever seen. Simmons’ Brooklyn Nets trailed the Philadelphia 76ers 40-31 midway through the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center in …

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Nets head coach reveals his unusual goal for Ben Simmons

Brooklyn’s head coach wants the notoriously sour-shooting Ben Simmons to [checks notes] shoot the ball more. Nets coach Jordi Fernandez spoke with reporters after Sunday’s loss to the Detroit Pistons and revealed his unusual goal for the …

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Dennis Schroder confronts fan who taunted Ben Simmons

Dennis Schroder confronted a fan on Friday night who had taunted his teammate, Ben Simmons. The Brooklyn Nets lost 116-101 to the Orlando Magic at the Kia Center in Orlando, Fla., on Friday night. A video went viral on Saturday showing what went on …

Kyle Kuzma takes a shot while Ben Simmons is on the ground during a Wizards-Nets preseason game

Kyle Kuzma, Ben Simmons combined for the most embarrassing preseason lowlight

Kyle Kuzma on Monday nearly put Ben Simmons on the wrong side of a highlight reel. Instead, the Washington Wizards forward shared in Simmons’ embarrassment. Simmons’ Brooklyn Nets hosted Kuzma’s Wizards for a preseason contest at …

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Ben Simmons fires back at one particular ‘disrespectful’ criticism of him

Ben Simmons has apparently seen all of your posts on social media, and he is not too pleased with them. The Brooklyn Nets forward Simmons spoke this week to Brian Lewis of the New York Post. During the interview, Simmons expressed displeasure with …

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Ben Simmons sends message to rest of NBA ahead of season

Ben Simmons has become a punchline while consistently failing to live up to his potential over the past few seasons, but it sounds like the Brooklyn Nets point guard believes that is about to change. Simmons spoke with the media a handful of times …

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Ben Simmons provides big update on his injury recovery

After three seasons of back trouble, Ben Simmons has provided a significant update on his health with the start of training camp looming. Simmons’ agent Bernie Lee told NBA insider Chris Haynes that Simmons has been fully cleared to participate …

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