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Anfernee Simons ruled out for 76ers' preseason finale against Celtics

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 8:34 PM

Last updated Oct 16, 2026

Anfernee Simons ruled out for 76ers' preseason finale against Celtics

Summary

Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse announced that Anfernee Simons will not play in the preseason finale against the Boston Celtics on October 16, 2026. Simons, who signed with the 76ers after previously playing for the Boston Celtics and the Chicago Bulls, did not make any appearances during the preseason. Despite this, Nurse indicated that Simons is expected to play a significant role in the upcoming 2026-2027 season. The 76ers will begin their regular season against the New York Knicks on October 20. Simons' absence in the preseason comes as the team prepares their backcourt, projected to include Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe as starters.

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By the Numbers

•Anfernee Simons will miss the 76ers' preseason finale.
•Nick Nurse confirmed Simons' absence before the game.
•Simons did not participate in any preseason games.
•The 76ers open the regular season against the Knicks on October 20.
•Simons is expected to have a key role this season.

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8:34 PMYahoo Sports — 76ers Make Final Decision On Anfernee Simons’ Status vs Celtics

What they're saying

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There won’t be an NBA preseason debut for Anfernee Simons on the Philadelphia 76ers. Ahead of the preseason finale against the Boston Celtics, 76ers head coach Nick Nurse confirmed that Simons would not get the nod to play. The veteran guard has gone through the entire 2026 NBA preseason without an appearance. Anfernee Simons’ First […] The post 76ers Make Final Decision On Anfernee Simons’ Status vs Celtics appeared first on HEAVY.
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