On February 15, Beijing time, the Nets played at home against the Kings, Durant and Irving two giants missed the game at the same time, of which Durant sat on the sidelines to watch, the Nets new signing Simmons also sat on the bench, smiling too happy; Drummond and Seth Curry officially ushered in the Nets career debut.
Simmons, 25, wore a white shirt and a black mask on the Nets bench, wearing a gold necklace and watch, which was his first appearance on the bench this season; Simmons chatted with Drummond and others, laughing and laughing, and the joy of leaving the 76ers overflowed.
Today Simmons came to barclays Center, home of the Nets, and greeted Durant with a high-five and hug.
In the previous Nets and 76-man trades, the Nets sent Harden and Millsap away, and got Simmons, Seth Curry, Drummond and two first-round draft picks from the 76ers; after the deal was closed, Simmons contacted Durant and expressed excitement about joining the Nets.
Before today's game, Nets coach Nash said of Simmons, who said: "He is in good mental condition at the moment; if we work with him to get back physical and make sure he feels comfortable on and off the court, I think he will be mentally ready to play when he is physically ready.
Durant wore a blue knit hat, sat on the sidelines to watch the game, and sat side by side with Little Curry; today's game, the Nets led by 19 points in the first quarter, especially the excellent performance of Brown Jr., which made Durant sit still excitedly and celebrate for his teammates.