As reports forecasting his anticipated return continue to emerge, Ben Simmons addressed his playing status following Friday’s practice.
Simmons dashed the hopes of those hoping for a Game 3 debut, telling reporters “probably not” when asked about the possibility of playing Saturday, per ESPN. However, the three-time All-Star added he’s “very hopeful” he’ll able to play during the Nets’ first-round series against the Celtics.
The latest report on Simmons’ Nets debut came from The Athletic’s Shams Charania who reported Thursday the versatile playmaker is planning to play in Game 4 in Brooklyn.