Wednesday’s opener will feature two NBA All-Stars returning to the game after a season’s layoff. For the Nets, it’s Ben Simmons and for the Pelicans Zion Williamson. Both were overall No. 1 picks. Simmons hasn’t played since June 21, 2021, Williamson since May 4 of the same year.
While fans in Brooklyn are wondering whether the Nets will prosper with Simmons, fans in New Orleans are wondering when and maybe if their prized star will be able to lead them. One question is already answered before the two teams face off at 7:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday. Kevin Durant is impressed.