“League Is Shaking”: Early Morning Bombshell on Ben Simmons Turns NBA Playoffs Upside Down
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Having sneaked their way into the NBA playoffs, things haven’t gone to plan for the Brooklyn Nets. After a poor couple of outings, Kevin Durant and co. find themselves down 0-2 to the Boston Celtics. However, the side may receive a major boost, and it could come soon. And the news involves none other than their latest signing, Ben Simmons.
The 2021-22 season has been full of ups and downs for the Nets. They were looking unbeatable, suffered some detrimental injuries, and came back to make the top-8.
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During the transfer window, Steve Nash’s men swapped James Harden for the estranged 76ers guard in Ben Simmons. However, the 25-year-old hasn’t been in full fitness, and is yet to play a game for Durant’s side. But after the latest update, fans went berserk on social media.
NBA fans lose their minds as massive Ben Simmons update emerges
As reported by the ever-so-reliable Shams Charania, Simmons is expected to make his debut during the Nets vs Celtics series. A former All-Defensive Team member, he could get his first minutes as early as Game-4 of the seven match series. Notably though, all of this depends on the 3-time All-Star’s recovery and rehab. Do you think he will feature in this season? Regardless, fans are certainly excited.
Brooklyn Nets three-time All-Star Ben Simmons plans to make his season debut in Game 4 vs. Boston on Monday as long as rehab remains on course, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium. Simmons is set to play his first game since June 2021.
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) April 21, 2022
Taking to Twitter after the latest report, Nets and NBA fans were extremely expressive. They now believe that the tide can turn, and Simmons’ return could pose a potential threat.
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While one fan claimed, “League is shaking”, several others were shocked at what they had read. Interestingly, many were unimpressed too, and opined that the Celtics will comfortably go through. Here are the best reactions.
Tatum going 2/20 now
— Abz 🐺🦍 (@Abz_Swervo22) April 21, 2022
Ben coming back to save the Nets pic.twitter.com/xYjX747ljY
— 🌵 $iopho²³ 🔥 (@Ulik23) April 21, 2022
CELTICS ARE SHAKING
— KawhiFan (@KawhiGotNext_) April 21, 2022
League is shaking
— Bones (@Boness305) April 21, 2022
@Godfather_JS LMFAO. He’s coming to save KD
— Tyler McFarland (@DaddyTmac) April 21, 2022
LMAO NETS GETTING SWEPT
— dean 🦂 (@DeanScorpion_) April 21, 2022
Ben Simmons on his way to doing nothing for Brooklyn pic.twitter.com/csaSR2A9D5
— Fun Guy (@FunGuyBurner) April 21, 2022
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Gets to be swept that’s nuts
— Philly Sports Sufferer (PLAYOFF MODE) (@mccrystal_alex) April 21, 2022
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Are you waiting to see the highly anticipated return of Ben Simmons? With the likes of Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving around him, Brooklyn might just be the perfect destination for someone like the young guard!
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Ajinkya Aswale