Ben Simmons opened up in a lengthy interview with Marc Spears of Anscape and gave a breakdown of where he is this off-season. It was in-depth and honest from Simmons, giving much background to the injuries which have plagued him over the last few seasons and where he is with rehab now. He talked about his time with the Nets, areas of his game he’s working on and expectations going into this season.
The Locked on Nets guys break down the whole interview, looking at Ben Simmons quotes about his injury recovery, mental health, relationship with teammates and coaches, and much more. It’s a packed episode that should give Nets fans much-needed positivity around the Ben Simmons situation.
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Tired of the talk and promotional videos and interviews. Show us on an NBA court. He had a similar interview last year with JJ Reddick talking about how he needs to to shoot the ball and then didn’t. I hope he means it this time but I’m much more concerned about his basketball yips than I am his back because those issues were present before the the back injury. Just show us. If he can do that he will get be going again but his whole act has been tiring as hell.
I still have concerns about how his game mixes with Claxton and floor spacing as well as free throws in the fourth.
Very long and detailed interview. We will soon know exactly where he is instead of just hearing talk and seeing pictures. If he comes back and “dominates,” watch out….the Nets may outperform all current expectations.
Right Adam…if he is the point guard and his outside shot is weak…he must attack the basket with ferocity.
An article that long by a hall of fame journalist and not one question about his mental health? Come on now. Sounded like a staged interview to me. Dude is a loser. He is not a pg. you can’t play him and Claxton together. Jacque Vaughn would love to trade this guy if marks could find a suitor.
I agree Doug…it’s “put up or shut up” time. October is right around the corner.
Ben aslo said its going to be scray hours with durant and kyrie and boy oh boy was it scary… now we believe him 🤣
One of the things that increases, over a long period of time, as a Nets fan is cynicism. Most observers of pro basketball would agree that the Nets haven't got their money's worth out of Ben Simmons since Sean Marks was fleeced by the 76ers GM Daryl Morey in the Harden trade. I'm sure Ben is aware of the skepticism of his credibility when he declare that he's ready to be a major contributor to the team in this summer's public relations blitz. He sound as if he's ready to take the starting point guard spot away from Spencer Dinwiddie and get the contract extension he eligible for. I think he want both without having to earn it. The glow from his all star years in Philly and his excessive contract, shouldn't justify that. Nets fans should ignore what he say and give credit for what he do.
Ben10 went on JJ Reddick last year and said basically the same thing. I wouldn't make that million dollar bet on Nets chip just yet @doug
Ben, do this your way. Be ready to ignore some more if residual dissing happens. People don't understand pain, thought, and the struggle between the two. I do.
Your healing and renaissance are yours. Do what you've learned works for you.
Remember, your pace is your responsibility. No matter how much pressure there is (ignore), if peripheral shots aren't your priority that week…don't. (The best method would be to increase distance shots gradually…so deep ligament connections at various subtle angles can safely adapt.) It's more important to keep the progress you've made. In 3 mo 6 mo 9 mo…well you'll have been adding and firming up progress and then everyone will shut up. I just want you to not let anyone put you at risk. You know your body/injuries/what feels right to do or not do. Listen to the inner wisdom you've fought so hard for. Same goes for mentally copacetic spaces… no one has a right to mess with yours.
Also, very important: remember your brothers will support you. If there's a big bully dude on the opposing team and you need bodies to shield you a bit from him, tell your brothers. It will be better for them and you and everyone if you don't get hit hard by any bigs, for now. Hopefully the other teams' brothers will have the quality to not target you that way. But if you feel you need your brothers in any way TELL THEM.
Ultimately, the only person that can police their own back injury recovery is that person themselves. Even when you're feeling great little nuances in movement may warn you 'eh, better not do that' or 'not yet'. Listen to what you've suffered so dearly to learn.
You are, in essence, a prodigy of sorts…an athletic one. I can't relate to that but as a creative prodigy since childhood, I can understand how much you must want to soar. Let it come in its own ripening. You are the steward of your body mind AND gift. Other people, even outside of sports, can benefit and learn from witnessing the patience, inner honesty, and hard work of your journey. All NBA players have that opportunity to some extent. Few realize the good that can come of it.
I will be sending you good energy and best wishes.
If Ben is 100% the Nets need to trade Claxton for Myles Turner. Having 2 non shooters on the court in todays Nba is a bad idea. And Ben has shown he has the potential to be a top 15 player if the right personnel is around him.
Go get a stretch big and let Ben be who he is. Which is basically a pass first Giannis
First I will say let's get to 7000 – Definitely right talking about him will never end even if he played good – my opinion I don't think he's 100% yet I I think he will be like in the beginning of the season – and in that JJ Reddick podcast he did acknowledge that he was not a good shooter – but he's been working on shooting for a long time and hopefully he does take the three-point shot this year and keep shooting it with confidence
For fashion conscious fans, it would be a treat to see Ben's taste in fashion when he's out from injuries. He's seem so happy when he's on the bench, in street attire, cheering.
It's time for Ben Simmons to come back and play strong defense and get back to being an effective playmaker and helping this team figure out their offensive flow on the court…..
If Simmons can stay healthy, he'll be a all-star
Ben is a amazing player,one of the most unique players in the NBA.(at his best was a top 2 pg in the east)
As I said in my Facebook group: Talk is cheap! Show us what you have on the court during the SEASON, not the off season! We need physical evidence that Ben is back. Don't tease us, Simmons!
Basically, I feel like everyone else on this thread -I'm glad Ben's healthy and confident, but it's time to shut up and play. At his best, he never had an elite shot so if he struggles there, so what. I want to see his athleticism, playmaking, leadership, defensive prowess.
Ben Simmons said he was 100% healthy at the beginning of last season too and we all saw, how his season ended. He currently has the worst contract in the nba
But I tried to tell y’all last season when y’all tried to evaluate him then I said he wasn’t 100% & how he didn’t look like himself
Lol insert Banana in tailpipe rinse and repeat
He didn’t ask him once about the mental aspect which was a big reason he was out at Philli not physical
Come Onnnn 🤦🏿♂️
I wasnt gonna comment but, why would a guy who's not a threat from 15' be working on 3pt attempts? No! If this is going to work we need Ben to use his size and speed in transition and be a rim threat… And thats just to get useful minutes out of him in the first 3 quarters. I understand you guys have to cover this but the conversation about Ben Simmons is just ridiculous
I hate to say it but he needs to just shut up and hoop 🏀 🤫 😭