LeBron James Gives Perfect Advice To Ben Simmons Amid Critics

Ben Simmons won the Rookie of the Year award in 2017. He has been really successful in the past two seasons. The Philadelphia 76ers star still receives an unhealthy dose of criticism. Well, Lakers superstar LeBron James decided to step in defense of Simmons. He knows how bad can things turn in the NBA.

LeBron really believes in the player’s potential. He also believes that the talented player has everything he needs to become even better.

“He worked his tail off,” the three-time NBA champion said. “The sky’s the limit for Ben. His size, his strength, his vision, his IQ … he carries himself as someone who believes he’s the best, as you should.”

LeBron advises Simmons

LeBron also provided advice to the young player. His advice will surely help him overcome criticism.

“As long as he doesn’t care about what other people say, he’ll be fine,” King James said. “Nine times out of 10, people who criticize you have never done anything in their life. Either that or they’re jealous ’cause you’re better than them.”

Did LeBron do a little preaching here? Of course he did. LeBron has been criticized on so many occasions. Some even made him pay for being the best player on planet Earth. LeBron has found the best way to handle critics, and his advice will sure help the young Simmons finish his job.

What does LeBron do? He just likes to shut out the unwanted noise. Hopefully, this will be enough for Simmons to move on without paying attention to the problems outside the court.

Simmons has been criticized for the lack of development of his jumper. Some have also questioned his pairing with Joel Embiid. But, we believe that both Embiid and Simmons are talented players. They make one of the best duos in the NBA. Rivals shouldn’t count them out.

Let’s see what happens next in the NBA. Things are really messy now. NBA players are staying home without a chance to hit the floor. Will the season resume? If yes, LeBron and his Lakers will definitely win a title together. They are off to some great things.