“A quick update on Ben Simmons, he’s doing really really well…think he’ll be ready to play if and when we’re given that green light to resume”
That was what Sixers’ general manager Elton Brand had to say regarding Ben Simmons’ health status during a conference call on May 5. Less than two months later, and it seems the team has somewhat flipped their stance on what Simmons’ availability will be for the rest of 2020.
During an interview with Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix, 76ers’ head coach Brett Brown had this to say about Simmons: “Is he going to be 100%?