How tall is Ben Simmons?

Last Modified Nov 16, 2023 10:11 GMT
Ben Simmons
Ben Simmons

Benjamin David Simmons, better known as Ben Simmons, is a professional basketball player from Australia who currently plays for the Brooklyn Nets in the NBA. Born on July 20, 1996, Simmons plays as a point guard and was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers with the first overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft.

However, an injury sidelined Simmons for the whole season after getting drafted and he made his NBA debut in 2017. In the 2017/18 season, Simmons won the Rookie of the Year award and also helped the Sixers advance to the playoffs for the first time in six years.

After five seasons in Philly, Simmons was traded to the Brooklyn Nets in February 2022. He was part of a high-profile trade that sent him to the Nets with Paul Millsap with James Harden moving to the 76ers.

Simmons played 42 games in the 2022/23 season, averaging 6.9 points, 6.3 rebounds, 6.1 assists and 1.3 steals per game.

Ben Simmons Height

Ben Simmons is 6 feet 10 inches tall. He is regarded as one of the better defenders in the league and his size helps him guard multiple positions on the floor. Simmons is a three-time All-Star and led the league in steals (2.1) in the 2019/20 season.

Ben Simmons Wingspan

Ben Simmons has an expansive wingspan of 7 feet. The longer wingspan helps him disrupt passing lanes, finish strongly around the rim and contest and block shots. His wingspan along with his ball-handling skills makes Simmons a great versatile player.

FAQs

A. Born on July 20, 1996, Ben Simmons is 27 years old as of November 2023.

A. According to various online sources, the net worth of Ben Simmons is $8 million as of 2023.

A. Up until the 2022/23 season, Ben Simmons has 2,383 assists in his NBA career.

A. Ben Simmons has played for the Philadelphia 76ers and the Brooklyn Nets.

A. Ben Simmons went to Louisiana State University.

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