The Brooklyn Nets are preparing for another Ben Simmons takeoff. Multiple reports suggest that Simmons will practice with the Long Island Nets this weekend. Barring no setbacks, he could return as early as Monday when Brooklyn welcomes in the Utah Jazz.
Ian Begley of SNY broke the news.
ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski backed Begley’s report with his own later in the afternoon. He also mentioned “optimism” on Simmons returning Monday. Jacque Vaughn spoke about Simmons’s return before tonight’s contest vs the Minnesota Timberwolves.
“He’s still progressing,” Vaughn said. “Great to see him get a chance to play a little ‘stay ready’ today.