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Ben Simmons Becomes Controlling Operator of SFC’s South Florida Sails

The three-time All-Star says he will only return to the NBA at full strength.

Overview

  • In an interview published Tuesday by Andscape, Simmons confirmed he remains an unrestricted free agent after playing 18 games for the Clippers last season.
  • He said he will not sign simply to occupy a roster spot and wants to reach peak condition before attempting a comeback.
  • The Sport Fishing Championship is a 16-team professional offshore league with clubs in states including Texas, Alabama and Florida.
  • As controlling operator—and majority investor—of the South Florida Sails, Simmons characterized the SFC as “the new F1” or “new LIV Golf” for fishing with point-based tournaments targeting white and blue marlin, sailfish and striped marlin.
  • Simmons, 29, owns career NBA averages of 13.1 points, 7.4 rebounds, 7.2 assists and 1.5 steals across stints with the 76ers, Nets and Clippers.