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Ben Simmons has struggled so far in life as a Brooklyn Net – so too has the team.

And are the Philadelphia 76ers heading for another break up with one of their stars?

That, and more, in our NBA Talking Points.

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KEY ADJUSTMENT SIMMONS MUST MAKE

While some early growing pains were expected for Ben Simmons in his return to the court after missing all of last season, there’s no shying away from the fact that he’s struggled so far at the Brooklyn Nets.

In the 83 minutes Simmons has been on the court this season, the Nets have been a minus 45, with the Aussie below his best form on both ends of the ball.

He’s recorded a total of 17 points, a combined three steals…