Ben Simmons Admits He Is Being Too Passive After 0-Point Game

Ben Simmons scored 0 points in the Nets' loss to the Boston Celtics and recognized he can't be this passive going forward.

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Ben Simmons is one of the most confusing players in the NBA. While he was never a scorer, Simmons used to be a safe bet for 12-18 points a game on good efficiency when he was making All-NBA teams and All-Star appearances. However, he hasn’t been the same since 2021 and is one of the most passive scorers in the NBA.

His scoring average is a career-low 7.5 points this season, and the Nets need him to pick it up. His lack of scoring meant the Nets would score under 100 points and lose to the Boston Celtics even when Jayson Tatum had a bad game, and they were missing Jaylen Brown. 

Simmons did put on a passing clinic and was solid defensively. After the game, he openly admitted he needs to be more aggressive to have more success. 

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“Being assertive and being aggressive. I think my team needs it, I give the ball away too many times when I know I can get buckets. That’s all going to help my teammates and get them going.”

Simmons has the ability still, it seems like it is a question of finding his confidence back. It’s been half a season in Brooklyn now, and the hope will be that he can pick up a tiny bit of the scoring slack that Kevin Durant’s injury has left.


Can The Brooklyn Nets Stay Afloat?

Kevin Durant has been playing absolute MVP-level basketball, and his injury is a massive blow. KD has also been a sensational defender this year, but the Nets showed they can maintain the defensive chops when he’s gone. Can they do it offensively?

If Kyrie Irving can’t give them 30 every game, Simmons needs to start contributing at least 10. He has amazing driving ability, but his fear of getting fouled and going to the line has severely impacted him. Hopefully, he can push through it and remind everyone what a beast he used to be just a few seasons ago. 

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Ishaan Bhattacharya is a content manager for Fadeaway World from New Delhi, India. With his expertise in NBA content creation, Ishaan brings a wealth of experience to his role, contributing to the site's authority and reach within the basketball community. Over the last year, Ishaan has interviewed Ray Allen and Mark Tatum, while also covering the 2023 NBA Abu Dhabi Games which saw the Dallas Mavericks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves.Since joining Fadeaway World in March 2022, Ishaan Bhattacharya has become known for his unique perspective on the NBA. He consistently delivers this insight through his daily news coverage and detailed opinion pieces on the most significant topics in the league.Before his tenure at Fadeaway World, Ishaan worked in corporate communications, where he serviced prominent sports brands, including NBA India, Sports18, Amazon Prime Sports, and Royal Challengers Bangalore. This experience in strategic communications for leading sports entities has enhanced his ability to craft impactful narratives and connect with a global audience.A true MFFLer (Mavs Fan for Life, for the uninitiated), Ishaan is a massive fan of the Dallas Mavericks. When he is not upset about Jalen Brunson walking in free agency, you can see Ishaan as an avid gamer and content creator. His passion for basketball extends beyond the Mavericks, as evidenced by his thoughtfully curated NBA Mount Rushmore, featuring LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Bill Russell—each representing distinct eras and bringing their unique qualities to the game.Featured On: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Bleacher ReportYahoo Sports, NBA, Fox Sports, The Spun
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