The former Arizona Wildcat poured in 21 points in just 27 minutes as his Memphis Grizzlies beat the Atlanta Hawks, 103-88, in Salt Lake City.
Simmons was 8-of-13 from the field, including a 2-of-3 mark from 3. He also had three assists and two rebounds.
Only Jaren Jackson Jr., the Grizzlies’ first-round pick, scored more than Simmons. Here are Simmons’ highlights:
Simmons is entering his second season in the Grizzlies organization. A two-way player, he split time between the NBA and G League last season.