Ben Simmons Expected To Come Off Bench For Nets Against Celtics Amid Back Injury Management

Simmons' Limited Role Due to Ongoing Back Issues

Ben Simmons will not start for the Brooklyn Nets when they face the Boston Celtics on Wednesday night, the team announced. The decision comes as a result of Simmons' ongoing back injury, which has limited him to just 25 games this season.

Simmons' Usage as Sixth Man

Coach Jacque Vaughn said that Simmons will come off the bench as a sixth man against the Celtics. This is a role that Simmons has not played since his rookie season with the Philadelphia 76ers. However, the Nets believe that it will allow him to be more effective while he manages his injury.

Nets Hoping For Return to Former Self

The Nets are hoping that Simmons can return to the form that he showed in Philadelphia, where he was an All-Star and Defensive Player of the Year candidate. However, Simmons has struggled to find his rhythm in Brooklyn, averaging just 7.4 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 6.4 assists per game this season.

Simmons' Future Role With Nets

It is unclear how long Simmons will be limited to a bench role. The Nets are hopeful that he will be able to return to the starting lineup soon, but they are not going to rush him back. The team is focused on making sure that Simmons is healthy and ready to contribute when he returns.

Simmons' Trade Rumors

There have been rumors that the Nets could trade Simmons if he is unable to return to his previous form. However, the Nets have said that they are not interested in trading Simmons and that they believe he can be a valuable part of their team.