Nets' Ben Simmons Comes Off Bench for First Time This Year at Celtics
Simmons Impresses in Debut
Ben Simmons made his long-awaited debut for the Brooklyn Nets on Monday night, coming off the bench against the Boston Celtics. The 26-year-old guard had been sidelined since February with a back injury.
Simmons played 23 minutes and finished with 9 points, 8 rebounds, and 8 assists. He also had 4 turnovers and was 3-of-10 from the field.
Nets Win in Thriller
The Nets went on to win the game 115-114 in overtime. Kevin Durant led the way with 30 points, while Kyrie Irving added 29 points.
The Celtics were led by Jayson Tatum, who had 30 points and 12 rebounds.
What's Next for Simmons?
Simmons' return is a major boost for the Nets, who are now 2-0 this season. The Nets will host the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday night.
Key Stats
- Simmons played 23 minutes in his debut.
- He finished with 9 points, 8 rebounds, and 8 assists.
- The Nets won the game 115-114 in overtime.
Takeaways
- Simmons looked good in his debut.
- He is still working his way back from injury.
- The Nets are a better team with Simmons on the court.
