Simmons spoke at media day before the draft, and seems ready to dominate the NBA.
When Ben Simmons stepped on the stage in the Manhattan Ballroom of the Grand Hyatt New York, he seemed like a man prepared to become the first player to hear their name called in 2016 NBA Draft, although he refused to admit it.
"We'll see tomorrow," Simmons said with a wry smile when asked if he's looking forward to being selected by the Sixers with the top overall pick. "I'm just blessed to be in this position. It's a long time coming.