The Sixers are scheduled to play their first game of the season’s restart on August 1st. We’ve learned a few things this week so let’s recap a few of them. Here’s a round up of some things we’ve learned, some opinions, some updates on potential opponents and more as we count down the days until basketball finally resumes.
1) Ben Simmons back-injury update
Let’s start with the biggest news of all. Back on May 5th, GM Elton Brand said he was optimistic regarding Ben’s back-injury situation. Per Brand via Philly CBS Local:
“We’ve taken our time, we’ve been methodical and thoughtful about his recovery and rehab, just to make sure, because we weren’t in a rush,” 76ers GM Elton Brand said Tuesday.