Ben Simmons Reportedly Expected to File Grievance Against Sixers

Ben Simmons wants that money back.

The controversial Brooklyn Nets star is reportedly set to file a grievance against the Sixers soon in an attempt to recoup the over $20 million he’s lost.

His representation will soon file a grievance against the Sixers in attempt to recoup the over $20 million the three-time All-Star lost during his holdout, according to Kyle Neubeck of the Philly Voice. N

Neubeck also indicated that there’s talk in league circles that Rich Paul and Klutch Sports will use the reaction to Simmons on Thursday as part of their argument.

Via Philly Voice:

“Put Simmons in the middle of that storm, the argument goes, and it’s believed that will be Exhibit A in the case of why Simmons could not and did not fulfill his obligations for the Sixers prior to being traded, why he was unprepared to work for this franchise prior to being dealt. And the debate over Simmons’ obligation to the franchise is what will ultimately take center stage, even if Simmons’ side of the argument appears to be fighting an uphill battle in their quest to recoup his lost money.”

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A grievance from Ben Simmons and his representation is expected to be filed soon, with the reception he encounters at Thursday's Sixers-Nets game serving as a potential piece of their case to recoup money he lost in fines this season. Story: https://t.co/kT9D1x0P5N

— Kyle Neubeck (@KyleNeubeck) March 8, 2022

Simmons reported to the team, but it never appeared that he had any intention of playing for the Sixers.

As Neubeck reports, the Sixers’ case is strong in this matter:

“Based on conversations with league sources and several people familiar with the NBA’s collective bargaining agreement, the early indication is that the Sixers are in a much stronger position here. That has seemed true throughout this process, including when Simmons’ representation approached the players association in early October about their ability to recoup money from this standoff, though it will ultimately be up to an independent arbitrator if and when this process moves forward.”

The Sixers-Nets matchup set for Thursday night just got a little juicier.

Although Simmons won’t be playing, he will be on the bench back in Philly.

Expect the crowd to eat him alive.

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