Many are hesitant to rank Philadelphia 76ers point guard Ben Simmons amongst the NBA elite due to his lack of shooting prowess or other perceived deficiencies running an offense. It is a shame that this developing aspect of his game has overshadowed the many strides he made this year as a complete player. The Ben Simmons hate is exaggerated. He is 22. He is an NBA All-Star. And he is better than Russell Westbrook.
Since Russell Westbrook has been in the league, he has gone from the fourth overall pick, to an All-Star, to an NBA superstar.