Do the Sixers have to pay Ben Simmons if he doesn't play?
Every two weeks the team sends a notice with an explanation of all the fines he has accumulated for failing to render services, instead of a $1.375 million paycheck. By the end of the season, if he does not play for the Sixers or any other team, Simmons could lose another $12 million.
Are the 76ers getting rid of Ben Simmons?
Philly's Ben Simmons era has officially ended. The disgruntled All-Star guard, guard Seth Curry, and center Andre Drummond, and two first-round draft picks are heading to the Brooklyn Nets in a trade deal for 2018 MVP guard James Harden, ESPN reported.
What are the 76ers asking for Ben Simmons?
The 76ers reportedly want Haliburton and multiple first-round picks for Simmons. Sacramento will have to look elsewhere for its desired immediate roster upgrades. And Philadelphia – with a longtime Simmons suitor out of the picture – will have to find another taker or face post-deadline complications.
What is Ben Simmons problem with Sixers?
The 76ers have insisted that Simmons breached his player contract upon failing to show up for the start of training camp and refusing to play during the preseason and regular season.
Who won in the Ben Simmons trade?
Simmons won't suit up in Game 4 even with the Nets on the brink of elimination and two months since the trade. The trade is the latest failure in a very underwhelming season for a team with the second-biggest payroll ($174.8M) in the NBA.
What did Doc Rivers say about Ben Simmons?
I think Ben's a good kid. I want Ben to do well.” Rivers told reporters, “I don't know the answer to that question right now,” when asked after the Game 7 loss if Simmons could be the point guard in the future. Embiid also called out his teammate for passing up an open dunk in the fourth quarter of the game.
Does Ben Simmons have a mental disorder?
NEW YORK — Ben Simmons said Tuesday his mental health struggles began well before the 76ers' season ended and he didn't believe he'd be able to overcome them in Philadelphia. He's eager to begin moving on with the Brooklyn Nets, though isn't sure yet when he will join them on the court.
Why did Simmons want out of Philly?
Simmons' mental health had been cited as the reason he didn't play with the Sixers this season, something he admitted to Tuesday morning. The All-Star guard also said that he felt like Philadelphia wasn't the right situation where he could get back to that place of feeling like himself.
How much does Ben Simmons get paid?
29 million USD (2020)Ben Simmons / Salary