There has been an odd narrative floating around Twitter in recent days. Some are questioning Ben Simmons’ desire to get better, harping on the idea that his vision for success might not align with most experts.
Given Simmons’ long track record of pre-NBA success, it seems foolish to question his drive and desire to improve. He’s in excellent physical condition and is already among the league’s elite playmakers, displaying shades of Magic Johnson during a historic rookie season.
With that said, Simmons did have some glaring weaknesses that caught up to him in the postseason. Without a functional jumper, the Celtics were able to game-plan around Ben’s inability to space the floor.