Ben Simmons Articles - Page 57

Every NBA superstar has a weakness. They may be the best players in the world, but there’s at least one thing on the court each superstar struggles with. Reddit user, neautralfan, posted a list of NBA superstars with a weakness for each player. The post is as follows: The list covers 14 players including Kevin […]

The Philadelphia 76ers might just get better as a team, even after failing to add a game-changing piece to their equation this offseason. While the 2017-18 Sixers surprised many — not only by making the postseason but snatching the No. 3 seed from the Cleveland Cavaliers — they could make an even bigger splash with […]

For 19 years, Jamal Crawford has thrilled NBA fans with a devastating crossover and an effortlessly smooth jumper. But as he nears the end of his sparkling career, the three-time Sixth Man of the Year remains unsigned. As organizations look to improve their squad with last minute offseason additions, at least one player seems to […]

The NBA and rap are both pieces of hip hop culture. You can’t watch a basketball game or commercial without some sort of rap song in the background. Basketball metaphors have always been a part of rap and hip hop too. Recently, Lil’ Pump broke onto the scene with a song titled D-Rose. Remember, when […]

He’s just 20 years of age (happy birthday), but Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons is already making a name for himself in the NBA. In fact, the former LSU stand-out earned Rookie of the Year honors for his outstanding play last season, though the race was close. Without a doubt, he’ll be looking for continued […]

The 2018 ESPYs was hosted by racer Danica Patrick, who had her highs and lows on the stage. She drew crickets and groans when she made LeBron James and his hairline a punchline, but she brought the house down when she roasted J.R. Smith for that one blunder he committed in Game 1 of this […]

If the Philadelphia 76ers had any shot of acquiring Kawhi Leonard from the San Antonio Spurs prior the latter’s trade of the forward to the Toronto Raptors, they will have to break up one of the best young duos in the league. According to Zach Lowe of ESPN, the Spurs were not impressed of a […]

Maybe the Philadelphia 76ers don’t need Kawhi Leonard after all. According to stats compiled by Andy Bailey of the Hardwood Knocks podcast via NBAMath.com, not only was the frontcourt of Joel Embiid and Dario Saric the second most effective big man tandem in the league last season, but the starting five of Embiid, Saric, Robert […]

The stars are out in Las Vegas for the summer league games. Reigning Rookie of the Year Ben Simmons was in town to catch some of the games as well. Not only was the Sixers product wearing a fashionable satchel, he was also spotted using two phones. Ben Simmons: two phones… pic.twitter.com/uvcTH1Szh1 — Ben Golliver (@BenGolliver) […]

Philadelphia 76ers forward Ben Simmons has had the entire NBA marvel at his talent, but the fans aren’t the only ones still drooling from his prowess. Relax, Sixers fans. Other NBA teams aren’t going to be able to go after him just yet. According to TMZ Sports, the Rookie of the Year believes his ex-girlfriend, […]

Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons has been selected as the cover athlete for the Australian and New Zealand editions of NBA 2K19, according to a report from Operation Sports. Ben Simmons is the cover athlete for NBA 2K19 in Australia and New Zealand. The cover will be double-sided with Simmons on one side and Giannis […]

Free agency in the NBA is unlike any other sport. Players don’t just sit around and wait to hear who their team signs. Players often dive headfirst into the recruiting process. On Friday, Philadelphia 76ers’ star Ben Simmons took a shot at recruiting the crowned jewel of the 2018 offseason — LeBron James of the Cleveland […]

Philadelphia 76ers forward Ben Simmons and known partner Kendall Jenner have yet to make their dating situation official, but the two have already been spotted coming out of the same spot in Los Angeles. According to TMZ, the newly-crowned Rookie of the Year and the Calabasas native socialite have both been observed going in an […]

Philadelphia 76ers forward Ben Simmons is here for all his haters chiming in after he took home the Rookie of the Year. He edged out Donovan Mitchell of the Utah Jazz and Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics. The controversy surrounding Simmons is due to the fact that he sat out a full year after […]

Rookie of the Year Ben Simmons is going to be making a lot of money over the course of his NBA career. Just how much remains to be seen, but according to FiveThirtyEight’s CARMELO NBA Player Projection, Simmons is projected to be worth more than $400 million over the next seven years. That’s a difficult […]

Nike congratulated Ben Simmons on his Rookie of the Year award while possibly taking a jab Donovan Mitchell at the same time. Below is the tweet: Young King 👑 ⠀@BenSimmons25 #NBAAwards #KiaROY pic.twitter.com/UhHzBW6XPj — Nike Basketball (@nikebasketball) June 26, 2018 To recall, Mitchell himself took jabs at Simmons during the playoffs on two occasions. First, he […]

After months of intense debates among experts and fans alike, the NBA has finally delivered the answer to the high-octane question of who the best rookie was in the last season. The answer came in the form of Philadelphia 76ers point guard Ben Simmons, who beat out his closest rival in Utah Jazz scoring dynamo […]

The second-ever NBA Awards bring forward some of the best players, coaches, and plays, recognizing the best of the best throughout a long 82-game NBA season. TNT televised this awards ceremony in conjunction with the NBA, giving the players the opportunity to celebrate these accomplishments in front of their peers. ROOKIE OF THE YEAR: WINNER: […]

One of the most highly-discussed debates of the 2017-18 NBA season is which player between Utah Jazz shooting guard Donovan Mitchell and Philadelphia 76ers point guard Ben Simmons should take home Rookie of the Year honors. It appears Phoenix Suns small forward Josh Jackson is leaning toward the former on this one. The basis of this […]

The Philadelphia 76ers have the potential to go from young, mid-seed playoff team to a top-tier championship contender with a quick flick of a pen. It’s no surprise Philadelphia has been pegged as an elite free agent destination, considering the Sixers’ exceeded expectations, highly touted coaching staff, and culture. The young core is expected to […]

There have been a number of theories as to what LeBron James wants and where he will go when he becomes a free agent on July 1. James is expected to opt out of his current deal with the Cleveland Cavaliers as he seeks to not only become the highest paid NBA player, but also […]

The most controversial rebuild in NBA history shifted into phase two last season. Equipped with top-tier young talent, versatile role players, and a solid mix of wily veterans, the Philadelphia 76ers were ready to push some chips to the middle of the table. Not many expected things to come together so quickly. The Sixers reeled off […]

The Philadelphia 76ers burner account saga has ended. Bryan Colangelo has resigned. What a ride it was. Except it might not be over, as there’s fallout remaining in regard to the feelings of Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid. Colangelo leaving the team is what had to happen. After what was revealed in the investigation by […]

After a rumored date between Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons and Kendall Jenner went viral earlier this week, the pair was seen by TMZ cameras once again on Wednesday night at Nice Guy in West Hollywood, this time bringing another NBA star to double-date with. Simmons was seen dining with Jenner, while Phoenix Suns star […]

Utah Jazz shooting guard Donovan Mitchell is pleading his case for Rookie of the Year even after his season and Ben Simmons’ has come to an end. The Louisville prodigy was seen liking a thread which claimed that Simmons was healthy enough to play near the end of the 2016-17 season, but chose not to. […]

The Philadelphia 76ers arguably hold the brightest future among all young teams in the NBA today. In spite of their youthful nucleus, the Sixers already boast of having valuable postseason experience. At the forefront of their rise are Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons. While Embiid is busy wreaking havoc on civilians during pickup games, Simmons is […]

LeBron James is yet to hit offseason mode as he just willed his Cleveland Cavaliers to another NBA Finals appearance after taking care of business in the Eastern Conference Finals, eliminating the gritty Boston Celtics, four games to three. Ben Simmons, on the other hand, is now on vacation after the Philadelphia 76ers were sent […]

One of the strongest draft classes the NBA has ever seen in the last 20 years came in 2003 when LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, Carmelo Anthony, and Chris Bosh were selected in the the top five which brought us some of the best players the game has ever seen. Last summer seems to have presented […]

Ben Simmons of the Philadelphia 76ers and Donovan Mitchell of the Utah Jazz were unanimously named to the All-Rookie first team, the NBA announced Tuesday. Mitchell and Simmons each received 100 out of a maximum 100 votes for first team and no votes for second team. Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics received 99 first-team […]

Before the Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers faced off in their round two series, there weren’t many people who believed that the Celtics would come out of it victorious. The Sixers had Joel Embiid, Ben Simmons, and were shooting the three ball really well, while the Celtics were dealing with all kinds of injuries. […]

Ben Simmons is a rising superstar in this league if he isn’t there already, but there is one thing holding him back, his jump shot. If he wasn’t standing inside the paint or driving, opponents didn’t have to guard him, because everyone on the floor and in the stands knew he wasn’t going to go up […]

Following the Philadelphia 76ers’ season-ending 114-112 loss on Wednesday night to the Boston Celtics in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, Sixers head coach Brett Brown took to the podium on Friday afternoon for his exit interview to discuss Philly’s season. Star center Joel Embiid and rookie rising star point guard Ben Simmons, who […]

The Philadelphia 76ers made some huge strides forward this year, and if they brought back the same team that they had this year, there is no question they would be at least a little better, because of the strides the young players will take during the offseason. Brett Brown isn’t ready to trust natural progression […]

NBA legend Kobe Bryant, who’s known for perfect shooting mechanics, offered advice to budding superstar Ben Simmons of the Philadelphia 76ers. He said that Simmons should change his jump shot. In an interview for the Chris and Caron show on Fox Sports Radio, Bryant said: “Just aesthetically, I would say build that thing anew,” Bryant said […]

In some ways, it was a fitting end to a fantastic season for Ben Simmons and the Philadelphia 76ers. Needing to advance the ball the length of the court with 2.4 seconds left on the clock, Simmons threw a Hail Mary pass into triple coverage. As they had so many times in the Eastern Conference […]

In the mass scale of perception, the Philadelphia 76ers have managed to overachieve during the first season of completing The Process, with rookie Ben Simmons and talisman Joel Embiid finally joining forces on the court. A record of 54-28 and a stout third seed in the East was much more than fans had envisioned, showing their […]

As a result of Wednesday night’s Game 5 loss to the Boston Celtics, the Philadelphia 76ers have been eliminated from this season’s playoff contention. Though it was a down moment, Sixers rookie Ben Simmons found a special way to leave a smile on a fan. As the players made their way off the court following […]

Ben Simmons is slowly rising as one of the biggest stars in the NBA. While most fans around the world see him as just another NBA talent about to bloom, back home in Australia, Simmons is referred as a role model by kids. Asked about this, Simmons shared his thoughts, per NBA TV: “That’s amazing […]

They might have been booted out in the second round. But the mere fact that the Philadelphia 76ers got that far is a testament to a bright future for the franchise. They have two potential superstars in Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid who have not even reached their prime just yet. And early in their […]