Ben Simmons responds to Brooklyn Nets F Jared Dudley (Video)
Ben Simmons responded to Jared Dudley after the Brooklyn Nets forward labeled Simmons an “average” player in the halfcourt.
[sc name=”Danny Small Banner”]There’s no love lost between the Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers. Embroiled in a best-of-seven slugfest, Jared Dudley and Ben Simmons are trading barbs off the court.
One day after Dudley called Simmons “average” in the halfcourt, Simmons responded to the criticism.
#Sixers PG @BenSimmons25 responds to Jared Dudley’s comment about the #NBAAllStar being “average” in half court. pic.twitter.com/0BQTtHOnUL
— Keith Pompey (@PompeyOnSixers) April 18, 2019
“It’s coming from Jared Dudley, man,” Simmons responded with a smirk.
First off, this is solid trash talk from Simmons. He’s an All-Star and one of the premier players in the NBA. Conversely, Dudley is a savvy veteran who plays a role for the Nets.
That being said, Dudley’s plan is working so far. Clearly, the comment struck a nerve with Simmons and that’s exactly what Dudley wanted. He’s playing mind games with Simmons, but we’ll have to wait for Game 3 to see whether or not Dudley’s trash talk is working.
[sc name=”Nets Center”]After a forgettable performance in Game 1, Simmons erupted for a triple-double in Game 2. He was a menace in transition and showed why he’s so special at an uptempo pace. His size and vision allow him to dominate in transition.
However, Dudley did not play in Game 2 due to a calf strain. The veteran was instrumental in stopping Simmons in Game 1. According to the NBA’s official injury report, Dudley is probable for Game 3 on Thursday.
The Simmons-Dudley matchup is one to keep an eye on as the series progresses. The Nets and Sixers will face off at 8:00 p.m. ET on Thursday night in Brooklyn.
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