NEW YORK — Nets star Ben Simmons was back on the practice court Monday, but don’t expect to see him in a live game anytime soon.
Nets coach Steve Nash said the little bit of Simmons’ activity reporters saw at the end of practice summed up what he’s been able to do since receiving an epidural in mid-March for the pain a herniated disc caused. While that progress is a positive, Nash ruled him out for appearing in games this week or for the play-in tournament — which could be their final game of the year if they finish the regular season with the ninth or 10th seed, then lose their sudden-death matchup next Tuesday.
“He’s not running,” Nash said. “I would be shocked (if Simmons is available to play next Tuesday).”
