REPORT: Ben Simmons Files Grievance Against Philadelphia 76ers To Recoup Millions Lost From Not Playing

Ben Simmons says this is his money and he wants it now.

Simmons, who has yet to play a single game in the 2021-2022 season, has reportedly filed a grievance against the Philadelphia 76ers for the nearly $20 million in salary the team withheld before his February trade to the Brooklyn Nets.

ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski provided full details about the grievance:

The grievance – which will now go to an arbitration process – was shared with the team, NBA and National Basketball Players Association late this week, sources tell ESPN. The NBPA is supporting Simmons in the attempt to reclaim his salary.

— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) April 2, 2022

Simmons opted against playing for the Sixers this season, citing his desire to focus on mental health when they failed to find a trade partner. He was ultimately moved to the Nets as part of a blockbuster deal that sent James Harden to Philly.

Simmons was dealt to Brooklyn on Feb. 10 but has yet to appear in a game for his new team while recovering from a back injury.

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There are only a few games left in the regular season and it does not seem likely he will suit up for any of them and probably not in the postseason as well.

It sounds like the Simmons-Sixers drama isn’t over yet.