Philadelphia 76ers forward Ben Simmons scored 19 points (7-of-14 field goals, 5-of-11 free throws) with 15 rebounds, 8 assists, 4 steals, 2 blocks, and 3 turnovers in 42.8 minutes of Tuesday's season-opening loss to the Boston Celtics.
Simmons looked like the best player on the court at times in a matchup loaded with young talent. The free throws will remain a struggle but Simmons appears poised for a stellar campaign. The 76ers host the Chicago Bulls on Thursday.
Simmons scored 64.0 FanDuel points on Tuesday. numberFire's models projected him for 41.4 FanDuel points.