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• Ty Lue hoping that Ben Simmons can improve his scoring during the playoffs
Clippers head coach Ty Lue believes that Ben Simmons could be the key to a deep run in the playoffs this season if he can start scoring more. Ty Lue needs Ben Simmons to improve Ben Simmons joined the Los Angeles Clippers midway through this season, but he has failed to make any sort of […] The post Ty Lue hoping that Ben Simmons can improve his scoring during the playoffs appeared first on ...2025
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• Clippers HC Lays Down ‘Aggressive’ Plan for Ben Simmons Ahead of Round 1 vs. Nuggets
The Clippers have James Harden, Kawhi Leonard, Norman Powell, and Ivica Zubac all in fantastic form but can Ben Simmons be the turning point in the playoffs...2025
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• Dynasty recap & reactions: Damn the Young Bucks

AEW’s Instagram AEW Dynasty (Apr. 6, 2025) emanated from The Liacouras Center in Philadelphia, PA. The PPV event featured the Young Bucks screwing Swerve Strickland out of the world title, Adam Cole finally winning AEW gold, FTR turning heel by attacking Adam Copeland, and much more. Get caught up on all the Dynasty details with the excellent play-by-play from Claire Elizabeth. Let’s run d...2025
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• Anthony Bowens answers his ex-partner’s Best Wrestler Alive challenge

@AEW Max Caster had the Philadelphia crowd in the palm of his hand, but they were even more excited to see his old Acclaimed partner & Billy Gunn return to shut him up. After some very good crowd work from The Best Wrestler Alive (with his chant getting over, Platinum Max chided the “Maxamaniacs” in the Philadelphia crowd for doing it wrong, then revealed his Ben Simmons 76ers jersey for a...2025
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• Shaq says Ben Simmons needs to be ‘f–king arrested’ in wild evisceration of modern NBA

Shaquille O'Neal doesn't seem thrilled with how the modern NBA is played. And he really doesn't seem to be a fan of former Net and current Clipper Ben Simmons....2025
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• Five best NBA player props, odds for Wednesday, April 2: Derrick White, Ben Simmons predictions, bets, more

SportsLine's computer model has revealed five free NBA prop picks for Wednesday after evaluating the latest NBA odds...2025
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• Dynasty recap & reactions: Damn the Young Bucks
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• Anthony Bowens answers his ex-partner’s Best Wrestler Alive challenge
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• New York Notes: Simmons, Whitehead, Knicks
Former Nets guard Ben Simmons has reflected on his unhappy tenure in Brooklyn, and how he feels more comfortable with his new team, the Clippers, than he ever did during his injury-prone years with the Nets. During a new conversation with Jared Schwartz of The New York Post (subscriber link), the 6’10” former All-Star unpacked […]...2025
• Clippers’ Ben Simmons To Miss At Least Another Week With Knee Injury

Clippers guard Ben Simmons will miss another week with a knee injury that’s already cost him five straight games, as relayed by coach Tyronn Lue. Simmons was bought out by the Nets last month and then promptly signed with the Clippers. Since his arrival, Simmons has averaged 6.8 points, 5.2 rebounds, 5.0 assists, and 1.4 […] The post Clippers’ Ben Simmons To Miss At Least Another...2025
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• The All Oft-Injured Team

Photo by Dave Kaup/Getty Images A major dis from Sir Charles During the 1961-62 baseball season, the great Wilt Chamberlain averaged, AVERAGED, 48.5 minutes per game while playing in a league leading 80 games. Since an NBA game is only 48 minutes long, you must be asking if this is a misprint. No, it is not. Wilt played every minute of every game, plus most of the overtime minutes. In fact...2025
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• Ben Simmons’ 3 NBA buyout suitors, ranked by where he can actually make an impact

Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images Let’s rank the best destinations for Ben Simmons on the buyout market. It looked like Ben Simmons’ days as an NBA player were numbered. After missing the entire 2021-2022 season with a back injury following his trade from the Philadelphia 76ers to the Brooklyn Nets, Simmons returned to play only 43 games during the 2022-23 season and just 15 games dur...2025
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• Atlantic Notes: Simmons, Celtics, Tatum, Barnes
The back surgery Nets forward Ben Simmons had last spring caused him to question whether he’d be able to continue playing in the NBA, Julia Stumbaugh of Bleacher Report writes. “There were times, last summer, when I was like, ‘I don’t know if I can do this. I might have to stop playing,” Simmons said […]...2025
• Ben Simmons Considered Retirement While Rehabbing From Back Surgery

On a recent episode of The Young Man and The Three podcast, Ben Simmons was candid about all he's gone through with his back injuries. Simmons said there were times he wondered if he should retire while rehabbing after back surgery last year. "There were times, last summer, when I was like, 'I don't know if I can do this. I might have to stop playing,'" Simmons said. "I had to bring that up in con...2025
• New York Knotes, Johnson, Evbuomwan, KAT, Knicks
Nets wing Keon Johnson is getting an opportunity to showcase a broader range of skills thanks to injury-necessitated extra run, reports Bridget Reilly of The New York Post. With Cam Thomas, Cameron Johnson and Ben Simmons all shelved in a 123-94 blowout loss to the Sixers on Saturday, Johnson helped guide the club’s offense. The […]...2025
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• Ben Simmons misses first Nets game due to injury this season

Ben Simmons and Dorian Finney-Smith both missed Wednesday’s 139-114 loss to Boston, with Simmons needing an MRI exam on his tight left calf....2024
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• Ben Simmons purchases Los Angeles home 2700 miles from Philly
Philadelphia 76ers fans are rooting for Ben Simmons to get out of town ASAP. Now, they seem to be one step closer to getting their wish, as the All-Star “guard” recently purchased a brand-new mansion in Los Angeles — almost 3,000 miles away from Philly. According to Dirt, the 24-year old closed on a swanky […] The post Ben Simmons purchases Los Angeles home 2700 miles from Philly...2021

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"Ben Simmons is finalizing a buyout with the Nets and will meet with the Cavaliers and Clippers."

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"Ben Simmons injury: Nets guard will miss rest of the season due to lingering back issues"

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"Imagine this: Markelle Fultz has turned out to be better than Ben Simmons"

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"The Nets are trading James Harden to the 76ers for Ben Simmons, Seth Curry, Andre Drummond and two first-round draft picks, sources tell ESPN."

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"The 76ers fined Ben Simmons his game salary for missing Thursday's win over the Pistons and plan to continue fining him until he cooperates with team physicians on his mental health and fulfills other related obligations, sources told ESPN."

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"He was asked whether the Dubs should pursue Embiid or his Sixers running mate Ben Simmons […] The post Why the Warriors should pursue Joel Embiid, according to Chris Mullin appeared first on ClutchPoints."

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"NBA Star Index: Anthony Davis, Ben Simmons putting on defensive clinics; Carmelo Anthony getting last laugh"

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"Should Ben Simmons make the cut?"

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"After growing up in Australia, Ben Simmons is now following—and surpassing—his father’s path as a promising prep baller in America."

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• Clippers Notes: Post-Deadline Expectations, Powell, Rotation, Zubac
The Clippers retooled their rotation at the deadline, bringing in Bogdan Bogdanovic, Drew Eubanks, Patty Mills and MarJon Beauchamp via trade and adding Ben Simmons from the buyout market. With the new-look roster comes rejuvenated expectations for the stretch run of the season, writes Janis Carr of The Orange County Register. “It’s good for us […]...2025
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• Nets filling open roster spot after Ben Simmons buyout

The Nets are finalizing a new contract with two-way forward Tyrese Martin ahead of Thursday night’s game against Cleveland, sources told The Post....2025
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• Sixers Explored Signing Ben Simmons After Buyout
Ben Simmons signed with the Los Angeles Clippers following his buyout agreement with the Brooklyn Nets. Simmons also received interest from the Cleveland Cavaliers and Houston Rockets. Jake Fischer reports that the Philadelphia 76ers also had some level of interest in signing Simmons. The Sixers traded Simmons at the 2022 trade deadline for James Harden. Simmons had a prolonged holdout in hopes of...2025
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• Two former 76ers No. 1 picks getting second chances in Pacific Division

The Philadelphia 76ers drafted Ben Simmons (2016) and Markelle Fultz (2017) with the No. 1 pick in back-to-back years. Years later, they're both getting a new start in California....2025
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• Stephen Curry Ranked As World's 2nd Highest Paid Athlete In 2024

Stephen Curry was the second highest paid athlete in the world in 2024 at a combined total of $153.8 million ($100 million in endorsements, $53.8 million salary). LeBron James ranked fifth at $133.2 million. The pair were two of the 36 basketball players in the top-100. Basketball Players in Sportico Top-1002. Stephen Curry: $153.8 million5. LeBron James: $133.2 million13. Giannis Antetokounmpo: $...2025
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• Ben Simmons has no ‘health limitations’ and is ready for Clippers’ debut
Ben Simmons was waived by the Nets this past Saturday, with both sides agreeing to a buyout of his contract, but he has already found a new home in California. The Australian has opened a new chapter with the Clippers on Tuesday, after practicing with the team for the first time. The guard competed in […] The post Ben Simmons has no ‘health limitations’ and is ready for Clippers...2025
• NBA Transactions: Josh Richardson, Ben Simmons, David Roddy, G League
NBA Transactions Josh Richardson, previously with the Utah Jazz, became a free agent. David Roddy signed a contract with the Philadelphia 76ers. The Atlanta Hawks recalled Mouhamed Gueye from the College Park Skyhawks of the G League. The Phoenix Suns assigned Oso Ighodaro to the Valley Suns of the G League. The Washington Wizards assigned […] The post NBA Transactions: Josh Richardson, Ben ...2025
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• Ben Simmons ready for 'fresh start' with Clippers after rough stretch with 76ers, Nets: 'I felt wanted'

The Nets reached a buyout with Ben Simmons after the trade deadline....2025
• Nets waive Ben Simmons after buyout agreement
The Brooklyn Nets have requested waivers on guard/forward Ben Simmons. It was a contract buyout agreement. Per the New York Post, “Simmons is playing on the final season of a five-year, $177.2 million deal that he originally signed with the 76ers in July 2019, and that the Nets acquired in the trade that sent James … Continue reading "Nets waive Ben Simmons after buyout agreement"...2025
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• Anthony Bowens answers his ex-partner’s Best Wrestler Alive challenge
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• Clippers’ Ben Simmons To Miss At Least Another Week With Knee Injury
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• Pacific Notes: Simmons, Bamba, Lakers, Tucker, Suns, Fultz
As we detailed on Friday, Ben Simmons‘ debut with the Clippers on Thursday went about as well as it reasonably could have, earning him praise from head coach Tyronn Lue. Lue wasn’t the only one impressed by the former No. 1 overall pick, who registered 12 points, eight rebounds, six assists, and three steals in […]...2025
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• Sixers Explored Signing Ben Simmons After Buyout
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• Ben Simmons Says He's 'Ready To Go' After Joining Clippers
Ben Simmons discussed his excitement at signing with the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday, saying he's ready to play basketball at a high level. "I feel great, ready to go. I just want to play basketball at a high level and I feel like that's going to happen here," said Simmons. Simmons practiced with the Clippers for the first time since getting waived by the Nets over the weekend. Simmons added t...2025
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• Clippers sign Ben Simmons
The LA Clippers have signed Ben Simmons, it was announced by Lawrence Frank, President of Basketball Operations. Simmons, 28, has played in 33 games (24 starts) for the Brooklyn Nets this season, averaging 6.2 points, 5.2 rebounds and a team-leading 6.9 assists in 25.0 minutes. He is shooting 54.7% (93-170) from the field and has … Continue reading "Clippers sign Ben Simmons"...2025
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• Ben Simmons done with Nets after disastrous tenure, intends to sign with West team

Across the past three years in Brooklyn, he has appeared in just 90 total games, averaging 6.5 points, 6.3 assists and 6.2 rebounds....2025
• Ben Simmons' disastrous tenure with Nets is over

Across the past three years in Brooklyn, he has appeared in just 90 total games, averaging 6.5 points, 6.3 assists and 6.2 rebounds....2025
• Nets reportedly near buyout with Ben Simmons; Clippers, Rockets interested

Ben Simmons has played in 33 of the Nets 51 games so far this season, averaging 6.2 points, 6.9 assists and 5.2 rebounds....2025

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• Anthony Bowens answers his ex-partner’s Best Wrestler Alive challenge
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• This was the saddest moment in Joel Embiid’s disastrous season

Joel Embiid did his best Ben Simmons impression....2025
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• Bulls player pulled a ‘Ben Simmons’ by passing up WIDE OPEN layup for missed 3

The NBA’s three-point addiction has gone too far. The fall of Ben Simmons started with a refusal to throw down a wide-open dunk. The infamous Simmons blunder happened in the fourth quarter of Game 7 between the Philadelphia 76ers and Atlanta Hawks in the second round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs. The Sixers would lose the game and the series, and afterwards, Philly head coach Doc Rivers and superstar ...2024
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• Nets’ biggest mistake at the 2022 NBA Trade Deadline
When the Brooklyn Nets traded James Harden to the Philadelphia 76ers for Ben Simmons, the basketball world stopped for a moment. Everyone was aware that both Simmons and Harden need to be moved. However, no one expected a deal to be made so fast. Reports of Harden’s frustration with the franchise left the Nets stumbling […] The post Nets’ biggest mistake at the 2022 NBA Trade Deadline ...2022
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• The Sixers have a $289 million problem on their hands
The Philadelphia 76ers are in trouble. In addition to falling behind two games to none against the rival Boston Celtics in the opening round of the NBA playoffs, the Sixers are cap-strapped for the coming years. The 76ers’ playoff hopes died the moment All-Star guard Ben Simmons suffered a season-ending knee injury during one of […] The post The Sixers have a $289 million problem on their ha...2020
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• Sixers coach Brett Brown on Ben Simmons: 'I want a 3-point shot a game, minimum'
Ben Simmons made his second career 3-pointer Saturday night, but Sixers coach Brett Brown is looking forward to the day Simmons’ long-distance shooting isn’t a story anymore, writes Tim Bontemps of ESPN. Brown challenged Simmons to make the 3-pointer a regular part of his arsenal, telling reporters he would like him to shoot at least one every game. “This is what I want,” Brown said, ”and you can...2019
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• Watch: Russell Westbrook stares down Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons
Oklahoma City Thunder guard and reigning NBA MVP Russell Westbrook was not about to let Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia 76ers end before seemingly responding to a play from earlier in the evening.Dribbling out the clock with his Thunder up 122-112, Russ made share to stare down both Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons in what was a beautiful moment of petty. Embiid pretty much destroyed Westbrook o...2018
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• Joel Embiid wants Ben Simmons to dunk all over Lonzo Ball
Lonzo Ball, who was selected second overall by the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night's NBA Draft, has earned plenty of headlines leading up to his professional career. Many of them have come courtesy of his father, LaVar, whose bold statements have raised no small amount of eyebrows in recent month....2017
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• WATCH: Ben Simmons Buys Sneakers for a Kid at the Mall
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• Sources: Nets deal Harden to 76ers for Simmons

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• Nets' Kevin Durant on 'quiet' 76ers fans: 'Hard to chant at Ben Simmons when you're losing by that much'
Brooklyn won by 29 points on Thursday night in Simmons' first game with the Nets against Philadelphia...2022
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• Sources: 76ers fining uncooperative Simmons

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• Nets' Kevin Durant on James Harden for Ben Simmons swap: 'I think everybody got what they wanted'
Durant also said he's 'excited' about the Nets' new look...2022
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• Julius Erving says NBA players today are 'softer' than his era, explains why the 76ers should be patient
Erving gives a measured take on the Ben Simmons situation in Philadelphia...2021
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• Sources: Simmons files grievance seeking $20M

Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons has filed a grievance to challenge the nearly $20 million of salary withheld to him by the Philadelphia 76ers this season, setting up a potentially significant showdown, sources told ESPN on Saturday....2022
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• NBA DFS: Ben Simmons and best picks for Jan. 26 FanDuel, DraftKings daily fantasy basketball lineups
SportsLine's Mike McClure, a DFS pro with almost $2M in winnings, gives optimal lineup advice...2019
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• Ty Lue hoping that Ben Simmons can improve his scoring during the playoffs
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• Clippers HC Lays Down ‘Aggressive’ Plan for Ben Simmons Ahead of Round 1 vs. Nuggets
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• Dynasty recap & reactions: Damn the Young Bucks
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• Five best NBA player props, odds for Wednesday, April 2: Derrick White, Ben Simmons predictions, bets, more
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• Sixers Explored Signing Ben Simmons After Buyout
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• Ben Simmons’ 3 NBA buyout suitors, ranked by where he can actually make an impact
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• 6 NBA Players Who Could Be Bought Out: Top Names To Watch on the NBA Buyout Market Include Ben Simmons, Bruce Brown
With the NBA buyout market heating up, here are six players who could be key additions for playoff contenders after the trade deadline....2025
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• NBA buyout market candidates: Ben Simmons leads list of players who can make a difference in the playoffs

Seth Curry, Kelly Olynyk and Bojan Bogdanovic are other names to watch in the coming weeks...2025
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• Nets making Ben Simmons earn a starting spot alongside Nic Claxton: ‘What coach wants’

Nic Claxton and Ben Simmons haven’t started together so far this season....2024
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• Joel Embiid hinted he could be next NBA superstar to request trade with cryptic comments
Joel Embiid put 76ers on clock by hinting at trade request. Joel Embiid is firmly in the prime of his career. The superstar center finally won NBA MVP this past season after consecutive second place finishes. He will turn 30 years old in March. There’s only one thing missing on Embiid’s resume at this point: an NBA championship. Embiid’s lack of success in the NBA Playoffs is hard to ignore. He’s ...2023
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• NBA Star Power Index: Kyrie Irving is making LeBron James miss him
Ben Simmons and Lonzo Ball are rookies generating much buzz, but that's where the similarities end...2017
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• Early-Summer Returns Show Lakers That Post-Kobe Era Could Be a Lot of Fun
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• Like Him or Loathe Him, D'Angelo Russell Will Be a Star, and He'll Tell You Why
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• Lakers' Kids Helping Kobe Find Joy in the Little Things Amid Season Gone Wrong
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• Free Trade: NBA Deals That Really Need to Happen
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• First Impressions of the Top 2016 NBA Draft Prospects
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• NBA Draft Watch 2016: Who Won Matchup Between Ben Simmons vs. Henry Ellenson?
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• Complete NBA Draft Expert Guide to 2015-16 College Basketball Season
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• Ben Simmons or Skal Labissiere: Who Starts Year as NBA Draft's No. 1 Prospect?
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