Ben Simmons, former Philadelphia 76ers guard, has been a target of criticism from NBA fans for various reasons. However, the recent backlash seems unjustified. Simmons shared a photo on his Instagram story of him working out with his former teammate Matisse Thybulle, sparking a wave of negative comments about their offensive skills.
Ben Simmons and Thybulle working out. 👀 Two guys who never improved their offensive game! pic.twitter.com/e4I5fF4i4h
— Aidan LaPorta (@AidanLaPorta69) August 19, 2024
Simmons and Thybulle played together for two seasons in Philadelphia, during which Simmons achieved his best performances, earning All-Star selections. Thybulle, a late first-round pick, made a significant impact on defense.
— Will (@willmul5) August 19, 2024
While both players excelled defensively, the criticism revolved around their lack of shooting, particularly from the 3-point range. Thybulle’s shooting percentages from beyond the arc have been inconsistent over the years.
Tough day to be a backboard
— Three In The Keystone (@3KPodcast) August 19, 2024
Despite expectations for improvement, Simmons struggled with his shooting throughout his NBA career. His failure to develop a reliable 3-point shot has been a point of contention.
Someone check on the rims
— Jacob Moreno (@jmoreno76ers) August 19, 2024
Following a tumultuous exit from Philadelphia, the online community wasted no time in criticizing Simmons once again.
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