From the moment he unlaced his sneakers, removed his jersey, and headed home, waiting for a team to call, fans pondered the next decision Ben Simmons would make for his NBA career. Weeks had not just passed, but months did, and the world began to wonder what he was up to. Well, along with staying in shape to pursue his career of choice, Simmons dove into his passion for fishing.
Simmons purchased ownership in the South Florida Sails Angling Club. This is a franchise in the Sports Fishing Championship, where the former LA Clipper saw the most potential.
Simmons made an exceptional decision towards another sport he loves. He is now not just a three-time all-star, but an entrepreneur, investor, and businessman thriving in the sports industry in different ways.
However, does Simmons’ latest move in the world of fishing hinder his career in the NBA? Is he still interested in the game that elevated him from being one of the best college prospects in history to a first-overall pick no one can overlook?
Patience is a virtue for Ben Simmons in his return to the NBA
The LA Clippers and fans all across the NBA community are supporters of Ben Simmons. He is an exceptional basketball talent with a solid resume and is relatively young at 29.
Throughout his career, he averaged 13.1 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 7.2 assists. These averages are close to a triple-double, which he posted 36 of in seven seasons.
Despite his remarkable averages in his prime and defensive accomplishments, like being a steals champion, Simmons faced a ton of adversity throughout 383 regular-season games and 39 playoff games.
Thus, he replied to a comment on Instagram regarding a return to the Philadelphia 76ers. Simmons mentioned that money is a non-factor in his playing desires and that he is prioritizing his health.
An 82-game season is not as easy as players make it look. There is a mental risk, travel, and time away from secondary ambitions, which, for Simmons, is fishing. He just wants to be one-hundred percent sure he is ready, which ultimately means his plan A has not changed.
That said, the league and all of its fans will know when Simmons is prepared, once again, for professional basketball. How? Everyone will immediately see him on a new team, as many need his production on and off the court; his comeback will be seamless.