Ben Simmons could have an impact on the Nets. 1:09
According to sources, the progress of Brooklyn Nets star Ben Simmons in practices this week and the anticipation that it will further accelerate in the coming days has turned Game 4 on Monday into a realistic target for his season debut.
There are still more hurdles for Simmons to clear in order to be ready to play in the third game of the series.
Simmons hasn't played for either the Nets or 76ers this season because of a back injury.
Boston leads Brooklyn in the first round of the playoffs. Game 2 is in Boston.
Simmons has not played in an NBA game since requesting a trade from the 76ers due to mental health concerns. He was cleared for contact on Monday and has been working with his teammates.
Simmons would get another workout before the game, according to Nash.
Nash wasn't sure of a time frame for a potential return for Simmons.
Nash said after the shootaround that he was ready after an absence. It will have to be on him to say that he feels comfortable whenever he is ready. I'm ready to go. I want to play and contribute.
We cannot push him places when you have been out this long. It has to be something where he is comfortable and ready to play.
Information from Nick Friedell was used in the report.
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