Ben Simmons helped lead the Brooklyn Nets to a win against the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday, contributing significantly with 11 assists. He also grabbed 9 rebounds during his 26 minutes on the court. The Nets secured a victory with a score of 132-114.
What It Means
Simmons’ performance included reaching a milestone of over 10 assists for the game, leading both his team and the game in assists. This season, he is averaging 7.0 assists per game, ranking first on his team and 14th at his position. In terms of rebounds, he has been consistent, averaging 5.2 per game and finishing in the top five at his position in half of his games this season. His ability to facilitate plays was crucial in this matchup as he exceeded projections by four assists.
