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Brooklyn Nets announce Ben Simmons will undergo back surgery, a week after the team's exit from the NBA finals

Ben Simmons continues to draw headlines with news that the Australian basketballer, who did not play a single NBA game this season, will have surgery to deal with a herniated disc in his back.

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Nets’ Ben Simmons will have back surgery Thursday

NEW YORK — Nets star Ben Simmons will undergo back surgery on Thursday, adding yet another chapter to the saga that’s been his delayed debut in Brooklyn.

Tribune News Service

Nets Star Ben Simmons to Undergo Offseason Back Surgery

The former All-Star didn’t suit up for the 76ers or Nets this season, and now faces a lengthy rehab stint.

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Ben Simmons undergoing surgery on injured back

Nick Friedell: Nets announce that Ben Simmons will undergo a "microdiscectomy procedure" on Thursday to "alleviate pain caused by the herniated disc" in his back. Source: Twitter @NickFriedell What's the buzz on Twitter? Paul Pierce @ paulpierce34 ...

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Bob Raissman: The Nets have somehow outclowned even the Knicks

NEW YORK — The Nets being swept by Boston, and the circumstances surrounding that embarrassment, leave the Knicks with the unique and previously unheard-of opportunity to project an air of stability moving forward.

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Mike Sielski: With his latest injury, Joel Embiid is becoming a tragic figure in Philly sports

PHILADELPHIA — Joel Embiid might be the most star-crossed figure in Philadelphia sports history. Who else compares? Perhaps Eric Lindros. More and more, the two seem kindred spirits, such obvious and marvelous talents, such promise never quite fulfilled for reasons out of their control. The injuries. The mismanagement. The trap…

The Philadelphia Inquirer

The Ringer’s NBA insider proposes new Rockets trade for Ben Simmons

Kevin O’Connor is proposing a hypothetical Nets-Rockets trade for Ben Simmons, and Houston has shown at least some interest in the past. But in the 2022 offseason, it may be too risky.

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Marcus Hayes: Admit it: Doc Rivers has been way better this season than the rap he’s taken

PHILADELPHIA — The vultures were circling, hoping for their victim’s demise. But Doc Rivers wasn’t going out like that.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Should the Nets Commit to Kyrie Irving?

What kind of contract should the Nets offer Kyrie Irving? Can they still win it all?

Sports Illustrated

Nets rumors: Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant, Ben Simmons, Steve Nash, Bruce Brown, Nicolas Claxton

https://open.spotify.com/embed/episode/5YbRf7JccRLXs7dym822Nn HoopsHype's Michael Scotto and Nets beat writer Kristian Winfield discuss the futures of Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant, Ben Simmons and Steve Nash. The duo also discussed upcoming free ...

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Marcus Hayes: Ben Simmons a no-show for Nets while Joel Embiid plays through pain for Sixers in the NBA playoffs

PHILADELPHIA — The symmetry could not have been purer. The contrast could not have been starker.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Steve Nash Believes He Will Return as Nets HC

It was reported earlier that there are no signs Brooklyn will fire Nash.

Sports Illustrated

Report: Ben Simmons Discussed ‘Mental Block’ in Nets Meeting

He and agent Rich Paul met with Nets officials on Monday to discuss his unavailability for Game 4 and his future with the team.

Sports Illustrated

Rockets Twitter reacts to Brooklyn’s early exit from 2022 NBA playoffs

Houston controls Brooklyn’s first-round draft picks for five more seasons, so Rockets fans are enjoying the sudden turmoil and questions surrounding the Nets.

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It’s Time to Have a Conversation About James Harden

With the Raptors gaining momentum against the 76ers, if ever there was a perfect time for him to take over and dominate, it might be now.

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Kyrie Irving’s comments about ‘managing this franchise’ should make the Nets very afraid

Welp.

The Guardian - US

From superteam to superflops: who is to blame for the Nets’ playoff humbling?

Brooklyn began the season with a core of Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and James Harden. They ended it with zero playoff wins and a crushing loss to the Celtics

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The Nets’ Season Was Doomed From the Start

Brooklyn had to weather injuries, James Harden’s trade request and other setbacks. But Kyrie Irving’s decision to not get the vaccine stumbled the team out of the gate.

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Irving Stresses Loyalty to Nets Teammates After Celtics’ Sweep

The seven-time All-Star has one year remaining on his contract.

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NBA Twitter Mocks Old Nets Takes After Celtics’ Sweep

Brooklyn’s season ended in the first round of the playoffs Monday night after falling to Boston in Game 4.

Sports Illustrated

Ben Simmons Not on Nets Bench for Game 4 vs. Celtics

The 25-year-old wasn’t even in the arena when Brooklyn took the floor on Monday night.

Tribune News Service

Steve Nash: ‘Mental component’ to Ben Simmons’ long-delayed return

Nets head coach Steve Nash confirmed reports that All-Star forward Ben Simmons is still dealing with mental health issues that have delayed his Brooklyn debut.

Sports Illustrated

Report: Simmons Needs More Mental Health Support From Nets

The point guard and his agent reportedly met with the team’s leadership Monday to discuss what it’s going to take for him to return to the court.

Tribune News Service

Instead of a gap season, Heat’s Victor Oladipo living in the moment; Kyle Lowry out again Tuesday

This could have been Victor Oladipo’s gap season, similar to the one taken by Kawhi Leonard with the Los Angeles Clippers and the one that ultimately proved to be the case with Ben Simmons with the Brooklyn Nets, as they dealt with injury recovery.

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Nuggets’ Monte Morris is showing why he is one of the most underrated players in the NBA

Monté Morris is so underrated.

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