Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://gographicsoutput.com/video/ULQ9vhSCdio.html Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Why Ben Simmons Turned Down a Contract to Go Fishing.. [bTFe4f2smue] Health Updated on August 11, 2026 EDT — Published on August 11, 2026 EDT Ben Simmons was supposed to be a future superstar and the face of a franchise. Instead, years of playoff pressure, injury setbacks, and criticism turned him into one of the most polarizing players in the NBA. In this video, I break down why Ben Simmons walked away from the league, how expectations affected his confidence and mental health, and why he decided to chase a new passion in professional fishing instead of chasing another contract. We’ll look at his rise with the 76ers, the infamous playoff collapse, the fallout with fans and media, and the quiet pivot into owning and competing with a pro fishing team in Florida. This is not just a “where is he now?” story — it’s a deeper look at what constant scrutiny does to a player’s mind, and why some stars decide to rebuild their identity far away from the NBA spotlight. pILfN1UJT5z Hpf0FyWPz2K di2ym1kBZSQ R1AcB4YUNP0 p0cuJp19O3n lq2MckWOP77 okhKj9Czagc
Ben Simmons was supposed to be a future superstar and the face of a franchise. Instead, years of playoff pressure, injury setbacks, and criticism turned him into one of the most polarizing players in the NBA. In this video, I break down why Ben Simmons walked away from the league, how expectations affected his confidence and mental health, and why he decided to chase a new passion in professional fishing instead of chasing another contract. We’ll look at his rise with the 76ers, the infamous playoff collapse, the fallout with fans and media, and the quiet pivot into owning and competing with a pro fishing team in Florida. This is not just a “where is he now?” story — it’s a deeper look at what constant scrutiny does to a player’s mind, and why some stars decide to rebuild their identity far away from the NBA spotlight. pILfN1UJT5z Hpf0FyWPz2K di2ym1kBZSQ R1AcB4YUNP0 p0cuJp19O3n lq2MckWOP77 okhKj9Czagc