Nets’ Ben Simmons remains out with herniated disc in his back

Nets guard Ben Simmons hopes to return this season but he remains out with a “herniated disc in his back”.

Per The Athletic, Simmons is dealing with a herniated disc in his back and although his return to action this season is uncertain, he wants to be back on the floor as soon as he can, sources tell The Athletic. Simmons, who had an epidural injection last week to relieve the soreness, has dealt with back issues dating back to February 2020 when he missed time due to a nerve impingement.