Ben Simmons Rumors: Nets PG Files Grievance Against 76ers After Nearly $20M Withheld

Ben Simmons reportedly filed a grievance against the Philadelphia 76ers for the nearly $20 million in salary the team withheld prior to his February trade to the Brooklyn Nets.

ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski provided full details about the grievance: 

Adrian Wojnarowski @wojespn

The grievance – which will now go to an arbitration process – was shared with the team, NBA and National Basketball Players Association late this week, sources tell ESPN. The NBPA is supporting Simmons in the attempt to reclaim his salary.

Simmons opted against playing for the Sixers this season, citing his desire to focus on mental health after the team failed to find a trade partner last offseason. He was ultimately moved to the Nets as part of a blockbuster deal that sent James Harden to Philly.

As this story becomes available, this article will be updated to provide more information.

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