Anfernee Simons struggles with shooting slump as 76ers prepare for Pacers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 6:54 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
Anfernee Simons has made only 3 of his last 21 shots, struggling with his offensive rhythm this season. Despite scoring 13 points in the opener against the New York Knicks, the Sixers guard has been unable to find consistent success in recent games, including poor outings against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Milwaukee Bucks, and Detroit Pistons. Simons attributes his early struggles to missing the preseason due to a hamstring injury, impacting his integration with teammates. He aims to improve when the Sixers play the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night.
- •Simons is shooting 14.8 points per game for his career.
- •He has struggled with a 14% shooting rate from three recently.
- •Simons' teammates express confidence in his scoring ability.
- •Next game for the Sixers is against the Pacers on Wednesday.
- 6:54 PMYahoo Sports — Anfernee Simons addresses shooting slump as 76ers wait for scoring spark
"Anfernee Simons has made just 3 of his last 21 shots, but the 76ers guard believes there's a reason for his early struggles — and expects things to change.
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