Ben Simmons

Ben Simmons is an Australian-born professional basketball player who currently plays for the Philadelphia 76ers in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was born on July 20, 1996, in Melbourne, Australia, and played college basketball at Louisiana State University (LSU) before being selected as the first overall pick by the 76ers in the 2016 NBA Draft.

Simmons is known for his versatility on the court and his ability to play multiple positions, including point guard, small forward, and power forward. He has been named to the NBA All-Star team twice and was named the NBA Rookie of the Year in 2018.

Off the court, Simmons is involved in various philanthropic endeavors, including the Ben Simmons Family Foundation, which focuses on improving the lives of underprivileged children in Australia and the United States.