Simmons still wants out despite return
Mystery remains over Ben Simmons’ status in Philadelphia as the 76ers prepare for another pre-season game — with or without the Aussie.
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Simmons ‘going to play’ this week
Every day that passes Ben Simmons moves a step closer to a 76ers playing return, and now the coach has given another intriguing update.
Simmons breaks silence in secret meeting
Ben Simmons has reportedly held a meeting behind the scenes in Philadelphia, ending two months of frosty radio silence.
Simmons shocks with latest move
As the cost of Ben Simmons’ absence from Philadelphia continues to rise, the Aussie superstar has made a big move.
Simmons re-joins 76ers, gives cold shoulder
Ben Simmons’ team has confirmed he’s back, but he is yet to end his three-month silent treatment towards the locker room’s biggest powerbrokers.
76ers coach reacts to Simmons plot twist
The twists keep coming in Ben Simmons’ trade saga as reports indicate the Aussie may be admitting defeat in his standoff with the 76ers.
Hollywood star leaps to Simmons’ defence
Ben Simmons has had few fans during his falling out with Philadelphia but he’s received huge support from an unlikely source.
Team comes from nowhere to snatch at Simmons
An NBA team is reportedly talking to the Philadelphia 76ers over a trade for Ben Simmons centred around a star nobody saw coming.
Big financial reality sets in for Simmons
Ben Simmons’ NBA career remains in limbo as his trade standoff with Philadelphia reaches a new low.
Simmons’ $4.3m move suggests divorce is final
Ben Simmons has delivered bad news to anyone hoping he stays in Philadelphia as the Aussie star’s major move shows how badly he wants out.
Viral Ben Simmons insult as humiliating as it gets
Ben Simmons has been attacked from all angles but this insult from an NBA fan who caught an alligator in his bin will hurt just as much.
Simmons to lose $494k in just 48 minutes
Ben Simmons will lose nearly half-a-million dollars every time he refuses to play for Philadelphia as his controversial trade saga turns ugly.
Simmons may be stuck in Philly for months
An NBA insider has made a revealing claim about Ben Simmons’ future as his standoff with the 76ers remains at a stubborn impasse.
Suitors chasing Simmons’ signature named
The tense stand-off between Ben Simmons and the Philadelphia 76ers may be coming to a close as teams chasing his signature were revealed.
$11m ‘declaration of war’ that ‘closes door’ on Simmons
If things aren’t at breaking point yet in Philadelphia, they’re getting mighty close — with the Sixers now declaring a financial war.
76ers strike $11.4m Ben Simmons blow
Ben Simmons was supposed to become $11.4m richer today but instead his bank account remained untouched as the 76ers play hardball.
Simmons’ teammate ‘shoved him out the door’
After being publicly torched by his star teammate, the chances of Ben Simmons playing for Philadelphia again are looking very slim.
Fed-up Embiid drops truth bombs on Simmons
Joel Embiid is sick of Ben Simmons’ drama, the All-Star centre opening up on how he really feels about the Aussie’s time in Philly.
Angry NBA world piles on Ben Simmons
As the standoff between Ben Simmons and Philadelphia continues, the star player is willing to go to extreme lengths to get his way.
Captain channelling Panthers legend in GF surge
It’s been 30 years since Penrith won its first-ever NRL premiership and the current players are drawing on that past ahead of the grand final.
Simmons turns back on teammate after betrayal
Ben Simmons wants to break up with Joel Embiid, deciding the two can no longer share the court as he seeks a trade away from Philadelphia.
Star can’t help himself in Simmons swipe
There was one topic that dominated the Philadelphia 76ers Media Day as the team fronted up minus Ben Simmons amid his bitter split from the team.
NBA coach snaps at Ben Simmons question
Ben Simmons has had his first official day as an NBA truant, but it was his coach that is making headlines for a viral new video.
Saddest twist yet in Ben Simmons saga
Ben Simmons is the loneliest man in Philadelphia as his ongoing trade saga took its saddest turn yet — providing proof he’s done with the 76ers.
76ers teammate’s revealing Simmons claims
One of Ben Simmons’ Philadelphia teammates has leapt to his defence as the saga surrounding his high-profile trade demand rolls on.
Shock contender for Simmons amid trade standoff
Ben Simmons’ NBA career is in limbo, but the Australian star looks set to earn a second chance via a crucial trade.
Simmons update nobody saw coming
An NBA great is claiming there has been “sabotage” in the Ben Simmons trade saga as rumours emerged of a shock development.
Simmons’ team are lying through their teeth
A grovelling attempt to re-write the history of the Ben Simmons trade saga has blown up in the 76ers’ face with some staggering new details emerging.
‘WTF’: Shock move sparks fresh Simmons rumours
Rival franchises are being dragged into the Ben Simmons saga as a rogue call that shocked the NBA sparked rumours about the Aussie’s future.
76ers issue desperate Ben Simmons plea
Ben Simmons is holding all the cards in his standoff with Philly but the Sixers are desperately hoping things will change with the Aussie star.
Simmons’ reputation cops big hit
Ben Simmons is brilliant, but question marks are starting to surface about his willingness to work hard on his flawed shooting stroke.
‘He’s scared’: Ben Simmons torn to shreds
The world has reacted with fury to the latest development in Ben Simmons’ trade war with his own team and the swirling new rumours.
Simmons to ‘never play’ again for 76ers
Ben Simmons isn’t mucking around while running towards the exit door in Philadelphia as he puts the 76ers in an impossible position.
Simmons refuses to attend Sixers training
Ben Simmons remains determined to sit out Philadelphia’s pre-season training as he and the 76ers battle it out over a trade request.
Suitor emerges as Simmons saga takes fresh twist
Reports suggest Ben Simmons could be on his way out of Philadelphia with an NBA rival looking to acquire him by next week.
Simmons suitor emerges as trade drama takes another twist
The Ben Simmons trade saga has taken an unexpected twist with one of Philadelphia’s NBA rivals emerging as a leading suitor in a blockbuster move.
Aussie legend’s Ben Simmons plea
Ben Simmons’ NBA career is in limbo, but Boomers legend Andrew Gaze believes there can be an amicable way forward for both Simmons and Philadelphia.
‘Not a bluff’: Simmons trade saga heats up
The Ben Simmons trade saga seems to get messier by the day as an NBA expert revealed which team “most wants” the Aussie.
U-turn flips Simmons saga on its head
The Ben Simmons-Philadelphia trade saga has gone full circle with threats and bluffs leaving the messy divorce back where it all started.
Simmons’ sister ordered to pay $550k
The sister of NBA star Ben Simmons has been ordered to pay a massive sum to her half-brother Sean Tribe, over a series of defamatory tweets.
Ben Simmons attacks turn personal
NBA legends Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Barkley have unloaded on Ben Simmons and dragged his personal life into the debate.
Simmons sends a message amid bitter break-up
The extent of the bad blood between Ben Simmons and the 76ers has been laid bare by his unforgiving message as he prepares to split.
‘No apology’: Two big Simmons developments
Ben Simmons’ divorce from the 76ers has become even messier with the Aussie star refusing to help the team out of its backfiring strategy.
Why Simmons holds upper hand in Sixers stoush
‘There are teams interested in Ben Simmons, they just don’t want to pay the steep price.’ It’s been a common refrain all the NBA off-season – and the man himself isn’t in the mood to help out.
‘Total BS’ Simmons ploy torn to shreds
Ben Simmons has reportedly told the Philadelphia 76ers that he wants out of the team but the Aussie star has been put in his place.
Sixers legend‘s brutal $285m Simmons reality check
One of Philadelphia 76ers’ greatest players legend has branded the Ben Simmons trade saga “total BS”, while handing the 25-year-old a huge reality check.
‘Stats don’t lie’: 76ers star’s Simmons sting
A Philadelphia 76ers star has delivered a blunt message to fans regarding Ben Simmons’ future with the team as trade rumours swirl.
Simmons’ NBA career in limbo
Ben Simmons is brilliant at his best, but his substandard shooting has left his next NBA career move largely out of his hands.
Simmons pulls trigger on 76ers divorce
Ben Simmons has secretly met with his team’s powerbrokers and reportedly dropped the bomb that he is never coming back.
Silence on Simmons says it all
New reports have revealed why Ben Simmons and the 76ers remain stuck at a crossroads — but a trade is just a matter of time.
Simmons plot thickens after huge $270m deal
Philadelphia has gone chips in on Joel Embiid but for his partner in crime Ben Simmons, the situation remains as cloudy as ever.
Simmons’ Boomers gesture says it all
Ben Simmons withdrew from the Boomers squad ahead of the Olympics, but his special gesture to the team shows he truly does care after all.
One trade option can save Simmons’ career
There are “several teams” preparing serious offers to snatch Ben Simmons. One of them can rescue him from his career tailspin.
Simmons trade threat is the final straw
The Ben Simmons trade saga has taken another sour turn with a report claiming he is prepared to sit on the sideline if his demand is not met.
World giggling at Ben Simmons video
NBA commentators are cracking gags over a video captured behind the scenes of Ben Simmons working on his jump shot.
Ben Simmons breaks silence on Boomers
A full day after the Boomers collected a historic bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics, Ben Simmons has posted a photo on Instagram.
Brutal toll of Games hits Aussies
An emotional Ian Chesterman has reflected on how the Australian athletes in Tokyo have touched the hearts of Aussies back home.
Ben Simmons ‘cuts off all communication’
The Boomers suffered a heartbreaking loss to Team USA in Tokyo but if Ben Simmons was watching, he may well have been feeling a little left-out.
Simmons’ sister ‘can’t defend’ abuse claim
A court has heard why the sister of NBA star Ben Simmons can’t defend sexual abuse claims she made against half-brother Sean Tribe.
Aussie’s ‘relationship over’ in ugly divorce
Ben Simmons’ ugly break-up has reportedly reached the point of no return and will see him be part of the blockbuster trade deals dropping on Friday.
Boomers’ next big thing exposes ‘sooking’ Simmons reality
Australian basketball’s next big thing is taking his exclusion from the Boomers’ Olympics team with an attitude that stands in stark contrast to the nation’s biggest superstar, Ben Simmons.
76ers making moves to punt Ben Simmons
Ben Simmons’ days in Philadelphia are looking numbered after reports from the US said the 76ers are looking at how to get rid of the Aussie.
Boomers stunner turns torch on Simmons
Ben Simmons hasn’t played since the 76ers flamed out of the NBA playoffs, but the basketball world has shown once again it has a long memory.
Perfect Patty ices win as new recruit steals show
As he so often does, Patty Mills delivered the three-point goods to lead the Boomers to an Olympic warm-up win over Argentina as a teammate of the absent Ben Simmons shone on the big stage.
Govt rejects $145m Simmons ‘threat’
Basketball great Andrew Bogut has aired bombshell allegations against the Victorian Government over Ben Simmons and a $145m “threat”.
Simmons’ sister to defend ‘serious allegations’
A court has heard the NBA star’s sister will fight a defamation case brought by their half-brother over a series of shocking tweets.
Ben Simmons goes public with new flame
Ben Simmons’ on-court performances may have fallen flat in the NBA Playoffs but the Aussie appears to be on fire away from the court.
Sixers reject Ben Simmons trade offer
Philadelphia has reportedly already rejected a mouth-watering trade proposition to keep Ben Simmons on its roster — for now, at least.
Simmons’ new $23m buy following playoff loss
His NBA team may have just been booted out of the playoffs after a disappointing Round 2 loss, but Ben Simmons is still winning off the court.
Simmons exit opens door for Giddey
Ben Simmons pulling out of Australia’s Tokyo Olympic campaign is a blow, but the Boomers are blessed with rising and experienced talent.
‘Pathetic’ Simmons blasted for Tokyo snub
Ben Simmons has finally confirmed worrying reports from the US after becoming a punching bag following the 76ers’ NBA playoffs disaster.
Simmons out as ‘anxious’ Boomers gather
Boomers coach Brian Goorjian has some difficult decisions to select a final 12-man team for Tokyo following Ben Simmons’ withdrawal.
Simmons in ‘Frankenstein’s monster’ trade talk
One of Ben Simmons’ closest mentors could prove the most important piece in the swirling trade frenzy surrounding the Aussie.
Bogut’s message for ‘frustrating’ Simmons
Andrew Bogut wants NBA star Ben Simmons to provide more clarity on his Boomers playing status as the Tokyo Olympics approach.
$194m dilemma in Simmons hate-fest
Ben Simmons was once Philly’s expensive, shiny new toy it was happy to show off to the world. Now, the story couldn’t be more different.
‘It’s a lie’: Plot thickens in Simmons saga
Ben Simmons’ future gets murkier by the day as the fallout to his playoffs implosion sparks different versions of the truth from NBA figures.
Simmons shouldn’t be shunned: Landale
Ben Simmons is copping plenty of criticism for potentially pulling out of the Boomers’ Olympic campaign, but Australian teammate Jock Landale has leapt to the defence.
Report flips Simmons gossip on its head
Speculation surrounding the future of Ben Simmons has taken a twist with a report about the moves behind the scenes across the NBA.
Secret meetings held over star’s future
Ben Simmons’ calamitous playoff display against Atlanta sparked intense trade rumours, and now the trade wheels are in motion.
Silence from Simmons on shock Tokyo plans
It’s been more than 24 hours since a bombshell report that Ben Simmons wouldn’t be going to the Tokyo Olympics, but no-one has actually heard from the NBA star.
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