The Brooklyn Nets have gone through some major changes this month. Following Kyrie Irving’s exit from the team, the Nets have only managed to bag three wins in the eight games played to date. Shortly after Irving’s trade, it was announced that NBA superstar Kevin Durant would be making his way to the Phoenix Suns as part of a four-team trade deal. Since then, the Nets have been mostly carried by Cam Thomas and Mikal Bridges despite Ben Simmons‘ presence. Due to several reasons established by Twitterati, Simmons has not been the fan favorite lately.? That is probably why the latest update on his physical condition failed to gain any support from the fans.

Ben Simmons had to face major backlash from fans due to a controversial missed shot during the game against the Atlanta Hawks in 2021. Since then, the 2018 Rookie of the Year has not really been the fans’ favorite player. Additionally, the constant injuries and missed games have only gone on to back fans’ various claims against Simmons.

Ben Simmons set to miss a few games

Shortly before the Brooklyn Nets vs Chicago Bulls tipoff, Nets head coach Jacque Vaughn informed that Ben Simmons will be out for the team’s next two games due to knee soreness. However, as per reports by the New York Post, Simmons might have to sit out more than just two games. The LSU alumnus missed his 17th game of the season on Friday night and will be sidelined for Sunday’s game against the Atlanta Hawks. The 2016 No. 1 overall pick is currently averaging 6.9 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 6.1 assists.

The Nets’ 131-87 loss against the Bulls turned out to be a huge disappointment for fans given the vast difference in both teams’ scores. In Simmons’ absence, Cam Thomas led the team by 22 points and two assists. Star guard Mikal Bridges added 13 points, six rebounds, and two assists.

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On the other hand, Bulls guard Zach LaVine scored a game-high 32 points, six rebounds, and two assists. Teammate DeMar DeRozan scored 17 points, four rebounds, and four assists.

Twitterati’s reaction to the news

Shortly after Ben Simmons’ health update was made known to the NBA world, fans began filling the comment box with their opinions. Evidently, the majority of the responses were against the former Philadelphia 76ers player. One user wrote, ‘He needs to be suspended indefinitely without pay’. Whereas, another fan commented, ‘I don?t get him lol. 6?10 can do anything on the court except shoot. Jesus Christ what a bum’.?Below are a few more of the comments.

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https://twitter.com/miamibrando/status/1629267726479785992?s=20

https://twitter.com/jackhorantheman/status/1629312001078882306?s=20

Simmons continues to face the wrath of the NBA world. Will the 26-year-old be able to find his form again or will he go down as one of the biggest busts in recent years? Only time will tell how the Australian International’s career pans out.