Feb 23, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; LA Clippers guard Ben Simmons (25) shoots the ball while Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) defends in the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Clippers Reveal Ben Simmons’ Status vs Detroit Pistons

Originally posted on Detroit Pistons on SI
By Justin Grasso | Last updated Mar 5, 2025 9:28 PM ET

Since the Los Angeles Clippers picked up Ben Simmons, the three-time NBA All-Star has been in and out of the lineup. When the Detroit Pistons pay a visit to the Inuit Dome on Wednesday night, they won’t face the veteran reserve.

According to the Clippers’ injury report, Simmons will remain out against the Pistons. The team labeled him as out due to knee injury management. Wednesday’s game marks the third absence in a row for Simmons.

Kawhi Leonard, Norman Powell, Ben Simmons, and Derrick Jones Jr. are all out tonight against Detroit.
— Joey Linn (@joeylinn_) March 5, 2025

At the start of the 2024-2025 NBA season, Simmons continued his run with the Brooklyn Nets. For the most part, he was healthy throughout the first stretch of the season.

Simmons appeared in 33 games for Brooklyn this season. He averaged six points, seven assists, and five rebounds for the rebuilding Nets. Leading up to the trade deadline, the multi-time All-Star was a rumored trade candidate.

The deadline came and went without Simmons getting moved. However, he was still expected to land a fresh start. Simmons and the Nets agreed to a contract buyout. At that point, Simmons considered multiple landing spots, including Detroit’s rival squad, the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Ultimately, Simmons ended up on the Clippers, where he’s hoping to have an impact as a reserve for their expected playoff run.

Since making his debut with the Clippers, Simmons has appeared in five of eight games. He’s been producing seven points, five rebounds, and five assists while making 58 percent of his field goals in an average of 21 minutes.

The Pistons and the Clippers will tip off at 10:30 PM ET on Wednesday.

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