ESPN’s Nick Friedell reports that Brooklyn Nets head coach Steve Nash said Ben Simmons is cleared for contact and four-on-four work.
Steve Nash says Ben Simmons has been cleared for contact. He got some 4-on-4 work in yesterday. Nash said he came through it well.
— Nick Friedell (@NickFriedell) April 19, 2022
Simmons hasn’t played all season due to a back injury and mental health reasons. Last week, it was reported that Simmons could make his debut in the first round. However, Nets general manager Sean Marks also said in late February that Simmons could return in a week.