Ben Simmons, the No. 1 pick in the 2016 NBA draft, is on the verge of parting ways with the Brooklyn Nets as the team and Simmons work towards a contract buyout. Simmons was notably absent from the Nets' recent game against the Miami Heat as negotiations continue.
Despite his struggles with injuries during his time in Brooklyn, Coach Jordi Fernandez commended Simmons for his efforts to return to the court. Fernandez highlighted Simmons' perseverance in overcoming various setbacks, including a back injury that sidelined him for an extended period.
