Ben Simmons Withdraws From Jordan Brand Classic

LSU signee Ben Simmons has withdrawn from the Jordan Brand Classic at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. on April 17th. Per USAToday.com:

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“I’ve decided not to play in the Jordan game,” Simmons said. “I want to turn my focus to finishing my senior year and preparing for my next step at LSU.”

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Over the past two weeks, Simmons has played in the McDonald's All-American game in Chicago, won the Dick's Sporting Good's High School National title in New York, and lead the World Select Team to a victory over Team USA in the Nike Hoops Summit in Portland.