No matter how you shake it up, the Ben Simmons controversy in Philadelphia remains explosive. The Sixers, and their lead executive Daryl Morey, continue to speak out about the situation at every provocation, leading to new rounds of speculation about the fate of the point guard and his franchise.
Earlier this week, Simmons reported to training camp after holding out, then was promptly suspended for refusing to participate in a drill. Now, per ESPN sources, he’s told the 76’ers that he’s not mentally ready to play. This prompted a response from Morey, summarized by The Athletic’s Derek Bodner, beat writer for the Sixers.