06-19-2021, 07:35 PM
(06-19-2021, 07:22 PM)Branduil Wrote: The problem is there's zero evidence of Simmons being a good center, it's simply conjecture because he's so obviously bad at his current role. I don't see it as being any different than the wishcasting that KP can suddenly become a great center.
By far the most damning aspect of Simmons as an NBA player is his absolute, steadfast refusal to improve himself. He's still the same player as when he came into the NBA, he REFUSES to work on his shot despite how much that would help his game and his team. That tells me he's just satisfied cashing his checks because he knows his athleticism alone can keep him in the NBA.
For his career Simmons averages 18/9/7 without Embiid. Just a few weeks ago in the last game against the Wizards Simmons played center on defense. Starting next to Curry, Thybull, Harris and Green. Went for 19/10/11. Blowout victory for the 76ers.