Ben Simmons finished with six points, five rebounds, four assists, one steal and one block while shooting 3/3 from the field in 20 minutes of playing time.Many people reacted to his performance on social media.

The Los Angeles Clippers recently signed Ben Simmons, who was bought out of his contract with the Brooklyn Nets - Could he become a mainstay for the organization?

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On Thursday night, the LA Clippers dropped an incredibly disappointing game against the Milwaukee Bucks due to a crucial fourth-quarter collapse that didn't even feature Giannis Antetokounmpo on the court.

The LA Clippers took a chance on three-time NBA All-Star Ben Simmons after getting bought out by the Brooklyn Nets, and the 6-foot-10 point guard has already made an impact on his new team. In his Clippers debut, Simmons had 12 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists, and 3 steals off the bench to help LA beat the Utah Jazz.

Ben Simmons was the first overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft but has failed to live up to expectations. His struggles with injuries have affected his ability to stay consistent, and his mental approach to the game has come under intense scrutiny over the years.

The Brooklyn Nets are signing former lottery pick Killian Hayes to a 10-day contract, according to HoopsHype insider Michael Scotto. This decision comes amid a flurry of post All-Star Break moves.

Simmons had 12 points, seven rebounds and six assists off the bench in his first game with the Los Angeles Clippers.