Ben Simmons is managing a low back injury and his status is uncertain for the Brooklyn Nets’ upcoming game against the Los Angeles Clippers. This update comes as the Nets prepare to face the Clippers on January 15, 2025, at Intuit Dome.
What It Means
Ben Simmons has been a key playmaker for the Nets this season, leading the team in assists with an average of 7.1 per game, ranking him 21st in the league. Despite his limited scoring output of 6.3 points per game, he contributes significantly with rebounds, averaging 5.3 per game. The Nets have struggled without him, posting a record of 3-9 in games he has not played compared to an 11-17 record when he is on the court. Offensively, they average slightly more points per game (108.4) when Simmons plays than when he does not (106.8).
