Brooklyn Nets: The Many Faces At Small Forward
Simmons was acquired as part of the deal that sent Jefferson to Milwaukee. Simmons was primarily a sharpshooter during, the so-called, prime of his career, which was a span of just two seasons.
Simmons for three seasons, averaged a three-point percentage that was 42, with the last one being a career-high 45 percent with New Jersey. In 2008-09, the then 28-year-old averaged eight points and four rebounds in 24 minutes of action per game. Simmons started 44 games that season.
Simmons was one of those players who struggled to hit shots within 16 feet of the basket. Outside of his long-range game, Simmons didn’t offer much in the way of defense, surrendering over one point per 100 possessions.