Ben Simmons Australian Basketball Player Born in 1996
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Ben Simmons on Social Media
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- Followers
- 6.8M @bensimmons
- Engagement rate
- 0.96% about average for accounts this size
- Average likes
- 64,394
- Average comments
- 1,316 Based on the last 9 posts
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Biography
Ben Simmons, born 20 July 1996 in Melbourne, is an Australian basketball player. Teams on record for him include Brooklyn Nets (2022–) and LSU Tigers men's basketball (2015–2016).
Early life
He was born to Dave Simmons. Schooling on record includes Louisiana State University, finishing in 2016; Box Hill Senior Secondary College; and Montverde Academy.
Career
His position on record is small forward. His career on record begins at LSU Tigers men's basketball in 2015. The records show 4 teams, with Brooklyn Nets, LSU Tigers men's basketball and Philadelphia 76ers among them. The most recent team listed is Brooklyn Nets, from 2022.
Recognition
Among his honours is the USBWA National Freshman of the Year, won in 2016. Other wins include a NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award (2018).
Teams
4 teams| Years | Team | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 2015–2016 | LSU Tigers men's basketball | Small forward |
| 2015–2016 | LSU Tigers men's basketball | Small forward |
| 2022– | Brooklyn Nets | Small forward |
| Philadelphia 76ers | Small forward |
Awards and nominations
2 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award | Won | |
| 2016 | USBWA National Freshman of the Year | Won |
Personal life
He studied at Louisiana State University, finishing in 2016; Box Hill Senior Secondary College; and Montverde Academy.
Ben Simmons Photos
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Frequently asked questions
How old is Ben Simmons?
Ben Simmons is 30 years old, born on 20 July 1996 in Melbourne.
What is Ben Simmons known for?
Ben Simmons is a small forward who has played for Brooklyn Nets and LSU Tigers men's basketball.
How tall is Ben Simmons?
Ben Simmons is 208 cm (6 ft 10 in) tall.
What is Ben Simmons’s nationality?
Ben Simmons is Australian, born in Melbourne.
Has Ben Simmons won any awards?
Yes. 2 awards are on record, including NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award (2018).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q18638003), accessed October 2026
- Follower counts: dated individually above
- YouTube: video titles and publish dates
- Photo: Leaf8613 · CC BY-SA 4.0
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