Nets' Ben Simmons Remains Sidelined with No Return Date in Sight

Despite his ongoing back injury, Simmons stays engaged with his team, participating in video sessions and offering game insights.

Ben Simmons, the three-time All-Star, has been sidelined since early November due to a nerve impingement in his lower back, missing his 21st consecutive game on Friday.
Simmons has played in only 48 of 146 possible games since his acquisition by the Nets, or 32.9 percent, receiving nearly $38.8 million for games in which he was unavailable over parts of three seasons in Brooklyn.
The Nets announced that Simmons' status would be updated in two weeks, noting that he's increased his individual workload but not yet participating in any team drills.
Simmons described his current back injury as 'one of the most frustrating points' of his career, expressing his desire to return to the court and help his team win.
Despite his injury, Simmons has remained engaged with his teammates at the practice facility and during games, participating in video sessions and offering comments throughout the course of the game.