On Thursday night, the LA Clippers played the Utah Jazz (in Salt Lake City). The Clippers won (in overtime) by a score of 120-116. Ben Simmons made his debut for LA, finishing with 12 points, eight rebounds, six assists, three steals and one block while shooting 4/5 from the field in 27 minutes of playing time.

Ben Simmons opened a new chapter with the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday, practicing with the team for the first time after being waived by the Brooklyn Nets last weekend.

Ben Simmons is turning the page to a new chapter in his basketball journey. After agreeing to a buyout with the Brooklyn Nets, ending a disappointing three-year tenure, the three-time All-Star will make a playoff push with the Los Angeles Clippers during the second half of this season.

Ben Simmons has endured a career plagued by injuries, with his form deteriorating over the years, and when he recently landed with the Los Angeles Clippers via the buyout market, fan excitement was minimal.

The Brooklyn Nets bought out veteran point guard Ben Simmons, allowing him to hit free agency, and the Clippers took a chance on him. Simmons, a three-time All-Star, has faced many injury concerns throughout his nine-year NBA career but is expected to add some much-needed versatility to the Clippers' lineup.