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Nets' Ben Simmons reacts to coming off bench during current road trip
Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons came off the bench for the first time this season in Friday's loss at the Boston Celtics.
Nic Claxton Starts, Ben Simmons Benched: How do Brooklyn Nets Adjust Their Rotation?
Fernández had not quite needed to address this lineup matter yet, as Claxton was presumably building up to game fitness, and both players hadn’t coincided at full health.  For instance, Claxton was inactive for the Nets’ first game against the Memphis Grizzlies,
Ben Simmons to Come Off Bench for Nets vs. Celtics amid Back Injury Management
Ben Simmons will come off the bench for the first time during the 2024-25 season on Friday. Simmons was replaced by center Nic Claxton in the Brooklyn
Jokes Are Pouring In After Brooklyn Nets' Ben Simmons Decision
Simmons isn't exactly the most well-loved player in the league, which is why it comes as no surprise that the jokes started pouring in on X after the fans learned about the Nets' decision to relegate the 28-year-old to a bench role.
Nets' Ben Simmons ruled out for Cavaliers matchup due to rest plan
The Nets are being cautious with Ben Simmons after the three-time All-Star's last two seasons cut short by back injuries.
NBA Fans React to Ben Simmons Injury Update Before Nets-Grizzlies
Brooklyn Nets star Ben Simmons has appeared in six of his team’s seven games to begin the season. The three-time NBA All-Star is averaging 5.8 points, 6.2 assis
Nets Notebook: Nic Claxton returns to starting lineup for good; Ben Simmons benched
Nic Claxton returned to the Nets’ starting lineup, seemingly for good, on Friday against the Boston Celtics. That meant Ben Simmons, who had started six games at center this season in place of a limited Claxton, came off the bench for the first time in 2024-25.
Nets' Ben Simmons sidelined for first time in 2024-25 season
Ben Simmons will be out of the Nets' lineup for the first time this season on Tuesday when his team hosts the Nuggets.
Nets Injury Tracker: Ben Simmons ruled out vs. Cavaliers due to lower back injury management
Ben Simmons will not play on Saturday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers (10-0) due to lower back injury management, the team announced. Simmons scored eight points on 4-for-6 shooting with eight assists,
Banged-up Nets Ben Simmons, Nic Claxton practice ahead of big showdown with Celtics
The Nets are facing their toughest test of the year just as they’re getting to be their healthiest this season.
Nets' Ben Simmons: Fills box score in reserve role
After starting in each of his six appearances during the regular season, Simmons shifted to a reserve role Friday as Nic Claxton started at center for a second straight game. Simmons still managed to get his minutes and finished the contest with a team-high eight dimes.
Nets making Ben Simmons earn a starting spot alongside Nic Claxton: ‘What coach wants’
CLEVELAND — Nic Claxton and Ben Simmons haven’t started together so far this season. And it doesn’t sound like it’ll happen ...
Nets HC Wants Ben Simmons to Shoot More: 'Goal' Is 10 Shots, 'He's More Than Capable'
Brooklyn Nets head coach Jordi Fernández urged Ben Simmons to be more aggressive on offense. "I want him to shoot more," ...