On March 9, Beijing time, Philadelphia reporter Kyle Neubeck reported that the 76ers played a game at home against the Nets, and the level of security on the scene will be playoff level, one of the important reasons is Ben Simmons' return to Philadelphia.
According to head coach Nash, simmons will accompany the team in the Nets' away game against the 76ers, and although he will not play, he will appear on the bench to cheer for his teammates. 'He's a big boy, he'll be fine and he wants to support his team-mates on the bench.' Nash said.
Previously, 76ers insiders also revealed that so far, the team has no intention of making a tribute video for Simmons.
In view of Simmons's previous move to force the palace to leave the team and refuse to play, this time he returned to Philadelphia and appeared at the home of the past for the first time, and the treatment he could get can be imagined. To this end, the 76ers' home security level will be raised to "playoff level".
Teammates also anticipated the difference in that game, with Drummond saying, "It's going to be a playoff-like game, it's going to be a great game for two teams that are very likely to play in the Eastern Conference Finals, and it's going to be a great game based on the previous trade between the two teams and Simmons' situation." ”
Simmons may have had a psychological anticipation, Nash said, "I don't think he'll be naïve enough to think he's not going to get some boos, I hope he's going to enjoy it all, it's part of the game." He also gave Simmons psychological guidance, "To let the whole thing that had been in Philadelphia pass a little bit." Maybe this will never pass completely, but the first time it is always easy to deal with these things and look forward. ”
Simmons has not yet been allowed to train, and he suffers from a back injury. When he will make his Nets debut is unknown.