On Wednesday night, the Brooklyn Nets lost to the LA Clippers (in California) by a score of 126-67.
Ben Simmons wasn’t active for the game, but he was seen sitting on the bench in front of players (who were active).
Bojan Bogdanovic, Trendon Watford and Cam Johnson (who were also inactive) were with Simmons in the first row on the bench.
Via NBA on ESPN: “Reece Beekman and Dariq Whitehead, who were playing in the game, had to sit in the 2nd row to give veterans Ben Simmons, Cam Johnson and Bojan Bogdanović a spot in the front row “
Many people responded to the photo.
@_zenmartins : “Ben not even playing. Send his ahh to the nosebleeds taking up space “
@hampton31: “they’ll never make me like you ben simmons <3”
@jey_smooth: “So a guy who’s actually playing has to sit behind the bench to give guys not playing a seat? That makes zero sense”
@lukelee_24: “Get Ben to pay for a ticket at this point”
@thats_bs5: “That’s right y’all. Ben Simmons is a Bench Veteran. No one knows the bench better than Ben.”
@wh2love: “There’s no way in he** I’m sitting behind Ben Simmons if I’m a active player”
The Nets really had players who were actively playing in the game sit in the 2nd row while Ben Simmons and other injured vets sat front row of their bench. pic.twitter.com/N8jwf5Qvnp
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) January 16, 2025
Simmons is averaging 6.3 points, 5.3 assists and 7.1 rebounds per contest while shooting 55.0% from the field in 29 games.
While he is no longer an All-Star, the 28-year-old has been a productive role player for the Nets this season.
The Nets are the 12th seed in the Eastern Conference with a 14-27 record in 41 games.
Ben Simmons, the star point guard for the Brooklyn Nets, is facing backlash from NBA fans after a disappointing performance in the recent game against the Los Angeles Clippers.
Simmons, who was acquired by the Nets in a blockbuster trade earlier this season, has been under scrutiny for his lackluster play and inability to live up to the high expectations set for him by fans and analysts alike.
In the game against the Clippers, Simmons struggled to find his rhythm on offense, scoring only 6 points on 3-9 shooting. He also had 4 turnovers and failed to make a significant impact on the game.
NBA fans took to social media to express their frustrations with Simmons, criticizing his lack of aggression and poor decision-making on the court. Many called for the Nets to trade him or bench him until he can improve his performance.
Despite the backlash, Simmons remains confident in his abilities and is determined to bounce back from this rough patch. Only time will tell if he can regain the trust and support of NBA fans.
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