Joel Embiid was still dominant against the Boston Celtics (122-110). But the inside of the Philadelphia Sixers was not the only one to shine in this game. In the money-time, Ben Simmons has succeeded in being simply indispensable for his team.
In addition to excellent defense, the Australian displayed real aggressiveness. Thus, he notably scored 11 of his 15 points in the 4th quarter, with in particular 6 points in a row on a decisive run. The talented 24-year-old also completed his performance with 11 assists.
With the many rumors surrounding his future and the criticisms of his performances, Simmons is showing a lot of mental solidity at the moment. And in front of the media, the Melbourne native was very clear about it.
“It was a good performance. It’s a new season. Me, I’m just focused on winning and doing my best to help the team win. And I think it’s going rather well currently.
I’m not on Instagram, on Twitter, so I can’t really respond to people’s comments. But in reality, I don’t care. Afterwards, if my coach, an assistant or my partners come to see me, it’s different “, said Ben Simmons for ESPN.
Ben Simmons is not gone but his future is still not written at the Sixers
Ben Simmons’ situation is not obvious. But so far he really has the confidence of his trainer Doc Rivers. And with his qualities, he must find his place for a role of luxury lieutenant for Embiid.
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