As he gained momentum with the Blazers, after only being able to launch his season at the beginning of December, Anfernee Simons had to return to the infirmary. Sick, he missed three matches.
And during the two games against Dallas, for his return, the guard struggled to find his rhythm, compiling 21 points over the two games, at 6/24 shooting.
“I got tired quickly” recognized Anfernee Simonswhile the Blazers had just suffered three heavy defeats before going to Brooklyn. “But I felt like I didn't have time to get tired in a close game. I felt it a little but I'm on the way back. »
Shaedon Sharpe to support him
And what a return! Because during the victory in overtime (134-127) against the Nets of Mikal Bridges (42 points), Anfernee Simons compiled a big “double-double”, with 38 points (13/25) and 11 assists.
“I knew it would take a few matches for him to get going”explained Chauncey Billups, Portland coach. “I think he pushed too hard in the last match, trying to get going. It's been the same for Shaedon since he came back. They force things a little. »
Helped by Malcolm Brogdon at the end, the two young people from Portland in any case revived against the Nets, and they revived their team, Shaedon Sharpe finishing for his part with 21 points.
