Guilty As Charged
News on the Ben Simmons front is hardly “New.” Although the story might change he’s seemingly in the news weekly for all of the wrong reasons. It’s a circus and the ring leader is his agent Rich Paul. Reports came out that Paul made some revealing comments that further insinuate that Simmons is ready to play to Sixers brass. Just not for the Sixers.
Per Adrian Wojnarowski:
“Paul told the Sixers that Simmons’ mental health hurdles continue to preclude him from a return to play with the team, and the desire for a trade out of Philadelphia remains in place, sources said.”
Per Sam Amick:
“In terms of Simmons’ eventual availability with a new team, the message has been sent that he would be ready to play after a few weeks of intensified conditioning and court action.”
Therefore Simmons could return in short order, just as long as it’s not for the Sixers. The man has committed perjury to the Sixers, their fans, and the NBA as a whole. He’s likely still getting his salary given the quiet front on the subject as of late. Should the holdout (with pay) continue it might be time for Adam Silver to step in. After all, he’s the best commissioner in sports and would be trusted to make the right decision.
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