Feb 23, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; LA Clippers guard Ben Simmons (25) in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Ty Lue Makes Ben Simmons Injury Announcement Before Clippers-Hawks

Originally posted on Los Angeles Clippers on SI
By Farbod Esnaashari | Last updated Mar 14, 2025 6:21 PM ET

The LA Clippers have won four of their last five games and the Atlanta Hawks have won their last four games in a row - on Friday night, they both face off.

While LA has had a very rollercoaster season, they seem to finally be back on a positive note again. However, the team really struggles on the road this season and they need all the help they can get, regardless of how weak their opponent is.

Fortunately for the Clippers, while they won't be getting their leading scorer back, they'll be getting a key bench player in Ben Simmons.

Clippers head coach Ty Lue revealed that Simmons will be upgraded to available and return from a seven-game absence.

Good @LAClippers news:

Ty Lue says Ben Simmons is AVAILABLE to return to play tonight in Atlanta.
— Lauren Rosen (@LaurenMRosen) March 14, 2025

Simmons has been missing in action since February 28 against the Los Angeles Lakers. During the game, he bumped knees with another player and had swelling in the knee until this point. Through five games with the Clippers, Simmons has averaged 6.8 points, 5.2 rebounds, 5.0 assists, and 1.4 steals on 58.3% shooting from the field.

While Simmons' numbers don't exactly pop off of the page, he's been a great addition to the LA Clippers. His passing, defense, and ability to play small ball have really helped the Clippers' bench unit.

The LA Clippers face off against the Atlanta Hawks at 7:30 p.m. EST on Friday.

This article first appeared on Los Angeles Clippers on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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