The competition on the basketball court is always exciting. And the recent matchup between the Nets and the Philadelphia 76ers has made people see more focus on off the court. Simmons, the high-profile star, not only had a controversial performance in the game, but also caused a lot of turmoil in the hearts of fans.
The Nets defeated the 76ers 136-121 on the road, but behind this score, there was a series of "good plays" from Simmons. The star came off the bench but had 0 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. However, he was not booed by the audience because of his poor technique, but because of his "feigning" behavior. Fans expressed their dissatisfaction with Simmons, feeling that he was a player who "pretended to be sick and didn't play well", which cost the 76ers a chance to win the championship.
Regarding Simmons' future, the article mentions the possibility that he could re-sign with the Nets. However, the author questioned whether he would be able to get a huge contract again. After all, his series of "performances" off the pitch have cast doubt on his career.
However, in the game, Simmons didn't seem to be doing badly. He came off the bench and had four rebounds and four assists in the first quarter with 5:24 left to establish the Nets' lead. On the pitch, he showed great organisational skills and created a number of scoring opportunities for his team-mates. Despite the fans' displeasure with him, in reality, Simmons' performance on the court seems to be positive.
The dissatisfaction of the fans mainly focused on the issue of Simmons not liking shots. Although he can grab rebounds and pass the ball on the court, he always avoids shooting, which is a bit ironic. Statistics show that Simmons has scored zero in two games in his career, but has at least five rebounds and five assists, which is the most in the league. He seems to prefer to contribute to the team in other ways than to risk trying to score.
In nine games this season, Simmons has been mediocre, averaging 61 point, 103 rebounds and 7 assists. Although the shooting percentage is as high as 585%, but he didn't make a single three-point shot. It's reminiscent of the scene where he said last summer that he was trying to learn the three-point jumper and pull-up jumper. However, so far this season, he has not made a single three-point shot, which makes people sigh for his "hard work".
What's even more bizarre is that while Simmons says he's recovering well and improving every day, he has seen little actual performance during his 38-game recuperation period. The team was furious about his long hiatus and his attitude caused controversy on the field.
In the '22 playoffs, Simmons' comeback became the focus of fans' attention. Durant and Irving have high expectations for him, however, he has repeatedly shirked the game for various reasons. Even if he returns, he is not willing to rush into the game, fearing that the injury will worsen. This made Durant almost break off his friendship, and the atmosphere was tense.
The article concludes with a discussion of Simmons' contract situation. While he could jump out of his contract in 24 years and sign the Nets to 5 years 30.3 billion big contract, but due to the current state, it may be difficult to find a team willing to accept. The author believes that he may eventually have to accept the base salary and continue his NBA career.
Simmons' performance and behavior have attracted huge attention on the basketball court. His actions have made fans unhappy and full of doubts about his career. Records on the basketball court may be important, but performance off the court is just as much about a player's image and future. For Simmons, next season could be the time to get back into the game, and he needs to earn the trust of fans and the team with real actions, not just empty promises.
Finally, if you have any thoughts about Simmons or expectations for the Nets, please share them in the comment area, and let's ** this eye-catching basketball drama together. The situation on the basketball court is changing, and I hope that Simmons can show a better side in future games and give more wonderful moments to the fans.