The NBA fans are in for a treat tonight. One of the most in-form teams in the league, the Philadelphia 76ers, is taking on one of the best teams on paper, the Brooklyn Nets. While the matchup is surely going to excite fans, certain questions come to the mind of the fans. Will Ben Simmons face James Harden?
The two players were part of a blockbuster deal that sent James Harden to the Philadelphia 76ers while the Brooklyn Nets received Ben Simmons, among other players and future picks. As James Harden is expected to play against his former team, there is an update regarding Simmons’ situation.
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Will Ben Simmons start for the Brooklyn Nets?
The Philadelphia 76ers and the Brooklyn Nets will soon be facing off in potentially one of the best matches in the season. Although the Nets have been disappointing for some weeks, they seem to be back on track. The Nets finally have Kevin Durant back and Kyrie Irving has been in fine form.
Ben Simmons will not play in Thursday’s Nets-76ers – but is expected to make the return trip to Philadelphia and join team on bench inside Wells Fargo Center, sources say. More: pic.twitter.com/3orGREnaX8
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) March 7, 2022
However, fans will be disappointed to know that Ben Simmons is still not cleared to play. The blockbuster new addition to the Nets’ roster will not be featuring during his trip back to Philadelphia but he is expected to join the team on the bench according to The Athletic.
The Australian is yet to make his debut for the Brooklyn Nets after his trade from Philadelphia. The Nets fanbase is sure to breathe a sigh of relief as former finals MVP Kevin Durant is finally back and is looking good.
James Harden putting up great performances
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While Ben Simmons is yet to make a mark, James Harden has already impressed his new team. Teaming up with MVP frontrunner Joel Embiid, the two have been really good together. The Philadelphia 76ers are currently 3rd in their conference and are looking comfortable for a playoff spot.
USA Today via Reuters
Feb 27, 2022; New York, New York, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden (1) and center Joel Embiid (21) check back into the game in the second quarter against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports
Harden averages 24.6 points, 12.4 assists, and 7.6 rebounds in just 5 games for the 76ers. The former MVP is expected to start in a match against his former team, where he spent 2 seasons.
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Who are you backing during the matchup against the Nets and the 76ers? Let us know in the comments below.
