Simmons could, in theory, fit perfectly into coach Mike Budenholzer's system with his athleticism, finishing, passing ability, and would automatically become the most stout defender on the roster.
But first, he had to convince the assembled press that he was ready to go again. This included insisting on multiple occassions that he's not a bad basketball player. In fact, in Simmons' own words, ...
Ben Simmons has declared he’s fully recovered from the serious back surgery that almost derailed his career and he’s good to go for Brooklyn Nets’ training camp as he eyes an opening night return — ...