VIDEO: Ben Simmons Getting Super Defensive to Reporter's Question About 3-Pointers is Cringeworthy
It's safe to say that even if you're not a hardcore NBA fan, at one point or another you've heard about Ben Simmons and his lack of a jumpshot. It's been the center of criticism for the 76ers point guard, and even he seems to be getting sick of it.
Ben Simmons does not want to give daily updates on how many shots he’s taking and if he’s made 3s
— John Clark (@JClarkNBCS) October 3, 2019
“Yeah I’ve had shots. I’ve played basketball. Come on man, that’s a dumb question”
Reporter mentions no made 3s in a game
“You’re right. I haven’t. But I’m an All-Star so” pic.twitter.com/6FNHbZWpgg
On Thursday, Simmons was asked by a reporter about exactly how many shots he's taking per day and if he's made any 3-pointers. Clearly annoyed, Simmons gave a salty response to the media member.
The reporter then mentions that he has yet to make a three in a game, in which Simmons retorted by mentioning his lone all-star appearence.
Video sit-down with 76ers stars Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons: Getting over Game 7 loss — motivation/maturing/pressure as foundation of franchise — their relationship (“On court, we want to win. Off court, Jo does his thing, I do my thing”) — and more. pic.twitter.com/xZWFpvdeJL
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) October 4, 2019
Yes, it has to get tiring to constantly get asked about your shooting. But Simmons has to understand that until he demonstrates legitimate improvement in that area, those questions will keep coming. His most recent response just comes off as cringeworthy.
Thankfully, it does look like Simmons has put tremendous effort into improving his jumper over the summer. Hopefully he's staying silent now so that he can surprise us when the regular season swings around.