Ben Simmons on battling injuries: 'The storm doesn't last forever' / News - Basketnews.com

Ben Simmons says he is feeling better and better and eventually expects to be back at his top form.

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Despite having played only 11 games so far, Brooklyn star Ben Simmons delivered a solid performance in the Nets' 123-103 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday night.

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In a 22-minute appearance, Simmons finished with a season-high 13 points, 5 assists, 6 rebounds, 3 steals, and 2 blocks.

"Feeling better. It takes time. It's one of those things where it's just up and down each day," Simmons said. "But I'm just staying with it. The storm doesn't last forever. I'm gonna get back to where I was. So, just staying on it. And each day is a day to get better."

The Australian player had faced a nearly three-month hiatus due to a back injury earlier in the season.

Simmons has been averaging 7.0 points, 8.6 rebounds, and 6.4 assists per game this season.

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