Patrick Beverley believes Ben Simmons targeted the wrong player during Monday's preseason game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Brooklyn Nets. Beverley, ejected from the game after a confrontation with Simmons, expressed his displeasure on the Pat Bev Pod. He stated that he didn't have an issue with Simmons personally but criticized him for trash-talking rookie Filip Petrušev instead of focusing on the game.
Beverley also commented on Simmons' confidence, saying his "swag be too high." Despite Beverley's ejection, the 76ers won 127-119, with Simmons contributing eight points, nine assists, six rebounds, and three steals, although he had eight turnovers. The tension between Simmons and the 76ers remains evident, considering his history with the team that drafted and traded him. Beverley emphasized that Simmons should have chosen a different opponent given his credentials.
