Celtics' Anfernee Simons: Scores 18 off bench in win
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Simons recorded 18 points (8-14 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 0-1 FT), one rebound, two assists and one steal over 27 minutes during Sunday's 117-115 win over the Cavaliers.
Simons led all bench players in scoring and has proved to be one of Boston's primary contributors, even as he plays with the second unit. On the season, Simons is averaging 13.7 points, 2.2 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 0.5 steals, 0.2 blocks and 2.5 threes on a 40.7 percent clip.
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Celtics' Anfernee Simons: Plays season-low 12 minutes
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Simons ended Wednesday's 117-114 victory over the Pistons with five points (1-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, four assists and one block across 12 minutes.
It was a night to forget for Simons, matching his season-low 12 minutes, scoring single digits for the fourth time in the past six games. Things have not gone to plan for Simons this season, averaging 13.9 points and 2.6 three-pointers in 24.2 minutes per game through his first 18 appearances. His upside warrants a roster spot in most leagues, although for anyone not seeking points and threes, he is certainly an expendable asset.
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Celtics' Anfernee Simons: Nets 23 points with four assists
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Simons notched 23 points (10-16 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds, four assists and two steals in 33 minutes during Friday's 113-105 loss to the Nets.
Simons had been seriously struggling in his previous three games, but with Jaylen Brown getting into some early foul trouble in this one, Simons saw some extra minutes and shots falling his way. It is worth noting that the Nets are one of the worst defensive teams in the league, so it'll be interesting to see if Simons can keep it going Sunday with a tough matchup with the Magic.
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Celtics' Anfernee Simons: Needs 10 shots to score six points
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Simons chipped in six points (2-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt), four rebounds and seven assists in 22 minutes during Wednesday's 131-95 victory over the Grizzlies.
Simons did a nice job finding his teammates for open looks, finishing with a season high in dimes, and he didn't commit his first turnover until the fourth quarter. However, he still struggled with his shot, and over the past two games he's gone 7-for-25 from the floor. He'll look to get his shooting back on track Sunday against the Clippers.
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Celtics' Anfernee Simons: Tallies 17 points off bench
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Simons finished with 17 points (5-15 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five assists and four rebounds in 26 minutes during Tuesday's 102-100 loss to the 76ers.
Simons couldn't get his shot to fall from the field but managed to salvage his day by drilling three triples. He's now hit three or more treys in four straight games. Simons was slightly more productive than usual on the glass and as a distributor, but he's been consistently more impactful in the scoring column.
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Celtics' Anfernee Simons: Records 25 points in win
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Simons closed with 25 points (8-13 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three assists and one rebound across 23 minutes during Sunday's 111-107 victory over the Magic.
Simons got off to a strong start Sunday, scoring all 25 of his points in the first half. However, the 26-year-old guard logged just nine minutes in the second half, shooting 0-for-2 from the field in those nine minutes. Still, the eighth-year pro was efficient from the field and knocked down at least five three-pointers for the second time through 11 regular-season games this year.
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Celtics' Anfernee Simons: Drops 19 points in win
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Simons chipped in 19 points (7-21 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 2-3 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one block across 29 minutes during Friday's 109-108 win over Philadelphia.
While Simons didn't deliver his most efficient performance, he led the second unit in points and finished as Boston's second-leading scorer. The 26-year-old guard continues to see significant minutes as the team's sixth man, and he's been productive from beyond the arc, shooting 40.0 percent from three-point range through six regular-season games. He's averaged 15.5 points, 2.7 rebounds and 1.7 assists across 28.2 minutes per contest this season.
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Celtics' Anfernee Simons: Nets 25 points off 17 shots in win
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Simons totaled 25 points (9-17 FG, 6-13 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one steal across 32 minutes during Monday's 122-90 win over the Pelicans.
Simons had been quiet through his first three games of the season, but he finally found his footing Monday evening with a favorable matchup against the Pelicans. However, it's worth noting that 11 of his 25 points came in the fourth quarter during garbage time, so he's not totally out of the woods yet. It'll be interesting to see what his minutes and usage look like Wednesday against the Cavs.
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Celtics' Anfernee Simons: Full stat line in team debut
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Simons notched 13 points (5-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 32 minutes during Wednesday's 117-116 loss to the 76ers.
The Celtics opted to start Payton Pritchard on Wednesday, but Simons was still able to provide a spark off the bench in his Celtics debut. The two guards will likely be battling for Boston's top spot at point guard throughout the year, and Simons showed in the season opener that he is capable of being productive from the second unit.
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Celtics' Anfernee Simons: Coming off bench to start season
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Simons won't start Wednesday's regular-season opener against the 76ers, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.
Simons started only one preseason game, so this shouldn't come as a surprise. The Celtics will have many different starting lineups throughout the campaign, but their Opening Night first five will be Payton Pritchard, Derrick White, Sam Hauser, Jaylen Brown and Neemias Queta. Simons is still expected to have a large role off the bench.
Simons logged 21 points (6-12 FG, 6-9 3Pt, 3-3 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one steal across 25 minutes of Sunday's 138-107 preseason win over Cleveland.
Jaylen Brown (rest) and Sam Hauser (rest) moved back into the starting unit Sunday, which pushed Simons to the bench, but that certainly didn't slow him down. Simons led the team in shot attempts and caught fire from beyond the arc, indicating that his role as a potential sixth man can still be appealing in fantasy formats.
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Celtics' Anfernee Simons: Retreats to bench
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Simons will come off the bench during Sunday's preseason game against the Cavaliers.
Simons turned in 18 points, three assists and two rebounds in 26 minutes in a starting role Friday against the Raptors, but he will shift to a bench role Sunday with Jaylen Brown (rest) and Sam Hauser (rest) back in the starting five. Simons should still see his fair share of run Sunday against Cleveland.
Simons logged 18 points (6-13 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three assists, two rebounds and three turnovers across 26 minutes of Friday's 107-105 preseason loss to the Raptors.
Simons started this game alongside Payton Pritchard with the Celtics resting all three of Derrick White, Jaylen Brown and Sam Hauser. Simons finished second on the team in shot attempts and saw plenty of usage. He projects to be the sixth man for Boston this season, and it will be interesting to see how he embraces the role -- coach Joe Mazulla is going to challenge him to become more engaged on the defensive end.
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Celtics' Anfernee Simons: Will start Friday
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Simons will be in the starting lineup for Friday's preseason game against the Raptors.
Simons will make his preseason debut with his new squad. He'll start alongside Payton Pritchard, Josh Minott, Chris Boucher and Neemias Queta to get his stint with Boston underway.
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Celtics' Anfernee Simons: DNP-CD
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Simons didn't appear in Wednesday's 121-103 preseason win over the Grizzlies.
Simons, surprisingly, wasn't part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's preseason opener, but it looks as though he was given the night off. His next chance to play will come Friday at Toronto.
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Celtics' Anfernee Simons: On bench for preseason opener
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Simons isn't part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's preseason game against Memphis, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.
Simons' absence from the first unit comes as a bit of a surprise, as the Celtics' major offseason acquisition was a shoo-in to start at the shooting guard spot to start the campaign. Still, it's the preseason, so Wednesday's lineup is far from a guarantee to be replicated on opening night. Derrick White, Jaylen Brown, Sam Houser, Chris Boucher and Xavier Tillman make up the starting five Wednesday.
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