Unfortunately, less than a month before the start of the 2016-2017 NBA season, Ben Simmons broke his foot during practice, requiring him to sit thus far this season as he recovered from injury. He will finally play sometime in February according to ESPN commentators, but the Philadelphia 76ers have not given a clear timeline on when to expect him back.
When Ben Simmons does return to the lineup, there will be changes in the way the Sixers play. The biggest and most visible change will be that Simmons will be the primary ball handler.