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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 28: Ben Simmons #10 of the Brooklyn Nets looks out during game against the Toronto Raptors at Barclays Center on February 28, 2022 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michelle Farsi/Getty Images)
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 28: Ben Simmons #10 of the Brooklyn Nets looks out during game against the Toronto Raptors at Barclays Center on February 28, 2022 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michelle Farsi/Getty Images)
The Brooklyn Nets are definitely not in a good position right now. The duo of Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving is expected to leave the franchise, and the team is in for a long off-season. Interestingly enough, amidst all the activity in the Nets camp, their newest signing’s latest actions have left fans confused.
While Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving trade rumors swirl, Ben Simmons’ Instagram has just been deactivated 👀 pic.twitter.com/1nZ1C2eKiI
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPointsApp) July 3, 2022
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Ben Simmons’ Instagram ID has been deactivated surprisingly. Nothing much is known behind the reason for his actions and it came at a weird time when the fans and the franchise are going through turmoil.
Fans react to Simmons’ latest update
Although Ben Simmons might not have played a single minute for the Nets, he has managed to leave the fanbase confused. Here are some of the best reactions to his latest Instagram update.
lost his password and the captcha was "shoot a 3-pointer"
— Brandon Warne (@Brandon_Warne) July 3, 2022
Ben the player has been deactivated for a year. His IG just keeping up
— Uncle Luka (@LukaSkywalker77) July 3, 2022
Him back must hurt… 😂
— Trubroo (@DarkskinIv) July 3, 2022
Easily the most overrated star of all time
— shady (@shadychopper) July 3, 2022
Clearly, the fans have left no stone unturned in roasting the former 76ers star.
Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving’s uncertain future at Nets
Heading into the 2021-22 season, the Brooklyn Nets were one of the favorites to lift the NBA title. With a team consisting of players like Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, and James Harden, there was no reason to not count them as favorites.
However, injuries prevented the trio from inflicting major damage on the opposition. The first blow to the franchise and fans was dealt by James Harden’s trade to the Philadelphia 76ers. In return, the Nets received Ben Simmons, Seth Curry, Andre Drummond, and two first-round picks.
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Despite losing their star player, the Nets still looked strong. They qualified for the playoffs and faced the Boston Celtics in the first round of playoffs. The Celtics ran riot as they swept the Nets 4-0.
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Mar 29, 2022; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (7) high fives guard Kyrie Irving (11) during the third quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Barclays Center. The Nets defeated the Pistons 130-123. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
Since then, the fans and experts were expecting a rebuild. However, it seems they are set to lose both of their star players. Although Kyrie Irving has opted for his player option, his future is still bleak.
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On the other hand, Kevin Durant sent the entire league into a frenzy after submitting a trade request to the Brooklyn Nets. The Phoenix Suns and the Miami Heat are two of the frontrunners for Durant’s signature.
