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If the Brooklyn Nets depend on Ben Simmons vs. the Boston Celtics, they’ll be sent home fast, says Kendrick Perkins

The former Boston big man doesn't believe the former 76er will be a serious factor for Brooklyn.

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CJ McCollum on Devin Booker missing multiple games: A wounded animal is more dangerous than a healthy one

Christian Clark: CJ McCollum on the likelihood Devin Booker misses several games: "What I've told the team many times is a wounded animal is more dangerous than a healthy animal because you don't know what to expect." Source: Twitter @cclark_13 ...

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Devin Booker could miss 2-3 weeks

Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker has suffered a Grade 1 right hamstring strain and could miss 2-3 weeks, sources told ESPN's Brian Windhorst on Thursday. Source: ESPN What's the buzz on Twitter? Emiliano Carchia @ Sportando Phoenix Suns Devin Booker ...

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Robert Williams has had no setbacks, 4-6 week return benchmark ‘looking good’

Jay King: Ime Udoka said Robert Williams will travel with the Celtics. He's progressing well, has had no setbacks. "That benchmark that we aimed (for) of 4-6 weeks is looking good." Source: Twitter @ByJayKing What's the buzz on Twitter? Brian Robb @ ...

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Ben Simmons Reportedly Planning to Debut in Game 4 vs. Celtics

The three-time All-Star has not played since last June, but has been with the Nets since Feb. 10.

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It’s Desperation Time for the Nets

Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving didn’t click Wednesday, and now Brooklyn is staring down a 2–0 hole against a more well-organized Boston squad.

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Celtics injury update: Boston’s Robert Williams III, Nets’ Ben Simmons progressing towards returns, not ready yet

A cloud -- likely intentional -- hangs over exactly when either will return.

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Steve Nash on Ben Simmons return: I don’t think we’re targeting any game

Kristian Winfield: Steve Nash on Woj's report that Ben Simmons is targeting Game 4: "That's news to me. I don't think we're targeting any game. … We haven't penciled in anything or made any conclusions yet. I think he's got a long way to go." ...

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Nets coach Steve Nash says it’s on Ben Simmons to say ‘I’m ready, I want to play’

BOSTON — If Ben Simmons is going to play a playoff game this season, the decision will be his, not anyone else’s.

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A Ben Simmons return for Game 4 looking like a realistic target, even Game 3 a possibility

Adrian Wojnarowski: Based on Ben Simmons' progress in practices this week - and the anticipation of him further accelerating in the coming days - Game 4 vs. Boston on Monday is looming as a realistic target for his Brooklyn debut, sources tell ESPN. ...

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Nets' Ben Simmons plays 4-on-4 with contact; Game 3 return possible

BOSTON — Nets star forward Ben Simmons participated in four-on-four drills on Monday and five-on-zero “scripting, running through the plays” on Tuesday with no setback to the lower back injury that has restricted him from making his Nets debut, head coach Steve Nash said after Tuesday’s practice at Harvard.

Tribune News Service

Ben Simmons Cleared for Contact, Progressing Toward Return

Nets coach Steve Nash said the point guard has participated in 4-on-4 drills and is inching toward making his Brooklyn debut.

Sports Illustrated

Should the Brooklyn Nets bring back Ben Simmons in their series with the Boston Celtics?

Not everyone thinks it would be a good idea.

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Marcus Hayes: James Harden responds in the NBA playoffs and gives the Sixers a glimpse of their future

Embrace Maxey Mania, and Trust the endless Process, and behold the resurrection of Tobias Harris, but know this:

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Nets vs. Celtics playoff preview: Can a Brooklyn team with Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving be the underdog?

This time last year, the roles were reversed.

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Report: Ben Simmons to Begin Practice With Team Next Week

The Nets star is expected to take part in full contact practice with his teammates next week.

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Ben Simmons ready for Game 3 vs. Celtics?

Jake Fischer: Sources: There's growing optimism that Ben Simmons could make his Nets and season debut as early as Game 3 against Boston, at Barclays Center next Saturday. Source: Twitter @JakeLFischer What's the buzz on Twitter? Jake Fischer @ ...

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The Boston Celtics have a key advantage that might decide their series with the Brooklyn Nets

And no, Ben Simmons won't be enough to counter it alone.

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NBA Playoffs: Teams to Watch, Potential Upsets and Bold Predictions

Will the Nets upset the Celtics? Can James Harden step up for the Sixers? We break down some of the biggest story lines in Round 1.

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76ers Must Win After Betting House on James Harden

The stakes are high in Philadelphia after betting the house on James Harden.

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Celtics Lab 102: Talking regular season awards, Timelord, Simmons health with Zak Noble

In this pod, we finish out our 2021-22 season-end award roundup and talk about how much we're buying the return rumbles of Robert Williams III and Ben Simmons in the first-round matchup with the Brooklyn Nets.

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Durant Doesn’t Expect Simmons to Play vs. Celtics

According to a report, the former 76ers star could make his Nets debut during the series.

Tribune News Service

Reports say Ben Simmons is going to be ready during first-round series, Nets say not so fast

Once again, Nets head coach Steve Nash said injured star Ben Simmons is still a ways away from making his season debut.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Marcus Hayes: Can Alec Bohm really overcome his ‘Hate this place’ misstep? Others have.

To be fair, Alec Bohm just spoke for thousands of Philadelphia athletes who came before him.

Sports Illustrated

Report: Ben Simmons Targeting Round 1 Nets Debut in Playoffs

Brooklyn will face Boston on the road in Game 1 on Sunday.

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