No matter how good you are at something, you need to practice. The same holds true for athletes. In fact, even NBA players need practice.
Otherwise, you’ll get rusty. Let’s say you’re a musician. If you’re good enough, you’ll never forget how to play your instrument.
Still, if you don’t pick it up for 5 years, we’re willing to bet your fingers won’t be as nimble as they used to be.
Just ask Ben Simmons. After missing considerable time with an injury, he has looked pretty rusty throughout 2022-23 thus far.
At the same time, it’s possible that these Nets aren’t well-suited for Simmons. Adding a stretch big man to space the floor for him could go a long way towards maximizing his skillset.
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As constructed, the Brooklyn Nets don’t have such a player.
Here’s a deal that has them landing one in Myles Turner.