“N***a gonna say his back hurt once the season bouta start” – Latest Ben Simmons update gets DISMISSED by NBA Twitter, who roast troubled Nets star

Following the recent update on Ben Simmons' health, NBA Twitter wasted no time in trolling the player.

“N***a gonna say his back hurt once the season bouta start” – Latest Ben Simmons update gets DISMISSED by NBA Twitter, who roast troubled Nets star

Ben Simmons (image via Getty Images)

Ben Simmons, known for his back injuries and tumultuous journey in the NBA, has once again become a topic of discussion as Marc J. Spears expressed optimism about his health. The 2021-22 season saw Simmons take a break due to mental health issues, which eventually led to his trade from the Philadelphia 76ers to the Brooklyn Nets. However, his time with the Nets was also plagued by setbacks, as he was unable to play due to back surgery in May after participating in only 42 games. As his performance wasn’t meeting expectations, the Nets management recommended rehab to aid his recovery.

During a panel discussion, Marc J. Spears mentioned that sources close to Simmons indicate he is in the final stage of preparation for the season, passing every benchmark, and is as healthy as ever since his last year in Philly. Spears expects Simmons to fully resume his career and return to his previous level of performance.

“I talked to somebody close to [Ben Simmons],” Spears reported. “They would say, ‘I would say he’s in the final stage of prep for the season and he has passed every benchmark and is as healthy as he has ever been since his last year in Philly.'”

For the Nets, helping Ben Simmons get back on track has been a primary focus. However, previous altercations affected the team’s bench strength, as Simmons had some issues with the coaches after being benched. This led to frustration from both the management and Simmons himself, prompting him to make a significant decision to change agents. He signed with Bernie Lee, and since then, things have been looking more promising for Simmons and his future with the Nets.

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NBA Twitter reacts to Ben Simmons being seemingly ‘fit and ready’ for the season

Ben Simmons
Ben Simmons (image via Getty Images)

As expected, Twitter users reacted to the news of Ben Simmons’ optimistic health status with humor and skepticism. Despite the positive update from Marc at ESPN, the Twitteratis remained unconvinced and expressed their doubts and humorous takes on the situation.

As Ben Simmons looks to have a promising season ahead, ensuring he plays at his best will undoubtedly be a top priority for the Nets. With a contract that is not expiring soon, it appears that the team is committed to supporting his growth and success. As the season commences on October 24 for the Nets, all eyes will be on Simmons to see if he lives up to the positive health update from ESPN’s Marc J. Spears.

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