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Brooklyn Nets' Ben Simmons latest to face wrath of jilted fans

On Thursday night, Ben Simmons will experience that awkward sensation of running into an ex when the Brooklyn Nets face the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center.

Simmons -- who has yet to suit up for the Nets since being acquired from the 76ers in February -- will be sitting on the bench throughout his highly anticipated homecoming as he recovers from a back injury. The 25-year-old swingman's inability to take the court could make matters more unsavory as he won't have a chance to silence the crowd with his play.