Jordi Fernandez’s Epic Explanation On Ben Simmons Never Making Free Throws

On Tuesday night, the Brooklyn Nets defeated the Charlotte Hornets 116-115. In addition to nine rebounds, five assists, two steals, and one block, Ben Simmons recorded a season-high 10 points on a season-high eight field goal attempts. Simmons got into two physical altercations with Brandon Miller in the third quarter, which made it clear that he was deeply involved. Miller even shoved Simmons during their second meeting, and both players received a technical. However, even a “good” Ben Simmons game serves only as a reminder of his potential. The 6’10” point guard is adamant about not shooting outside the paint. He has committed 30 field goals, turned the ball over 32 times, and received 34 foul calls this season. Nets Coach explains Ben Simmons’s reluctance to make free throws The most startling figure, though, is that in 269 minutes this season, he has only made four free throws. The only other player with four free throws in over 200 minutes this season is Gabe Vincent. Jae’Sean Tate of Houston has taken five in twenty-five minutes. This year, Tristan Thompson has made six attempts in 31 minutes. When asked about Simmons’ dearth of free throws following last night’s game, Nets coach...