Ben Simmons
Mentioned in 10 analyzed podcast episodes across 7 shows
Former LSU basketball player who averaged 19.2 points and 12 rebounds per game and went on to play in the NBA. He is frequently discussed on sports podcasts for his perspective on NBA draft prospects, particularly regarding concerns about Darryn Peterson's durability and readiness as a top-pick candidate.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 11, 2026
Did SGA End MVP Debate? + Best Year Of Kawhi Ever & A Big Question In The East
“76ers player mentioned as part of team's injury management challenges affecting playoff positioning”
Nightcap · Mar 1, 2026
Best of NBA News Part 2: Shannon Sharpe GOES OFF on BROKE Gambler talking CRAZY to Russell Westbrook's WIFE, Cooper Flagg's CEILING as the Mavericks’ FRANCHISE player!
“Expressed concerns about Darren Peterson going number one due to injury red flags”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 1, 2026
Best of NBA News Part 2: Shannon Sharpe GOES OFF on BROKE Gambler talking CRAZY to Russell Westbrook's WIFE, Cooper Flagg's CEILING as the Mavericks’ FRANCHISE player!
“Expressed concern Darren Peterson may not go #1 overall; compared to his own draft experience”
Pablo Torre Finds Out · Feb 26, 2026
Co-Conspirator 1: We Investigated the NBA Betting Scandal's "Original Sin"
“Top recruit in LSU basketball class with Antonio Blakeney; became NBA player”
Mostly Sports With Mark Titus and Brandon Walker · Feb 24, 2026
Kansas Beats Houston, Spurs Are A Problem + Best Connors In Sports | Mostly Sports EP 594 | 2.24.26
“Former LSU basketball player compared to Darren Peterson, averaged 19.2 points and 12 rebounds with 35 minutes per game”
Nightcap · Feb 24, 2026
Nightcap Hour 2: Pat Riley WISHES Coaches Still WORE SUITS + Kansas’ Darryn Peterson BREAKS his SILENCE + Draymond Green AGREES with Ant Man on MEMPHIS HOTELS + Floyd MAYWEATHER x Manny PACQUIAO 2 + Cowboys SET to FRANCHISE TAG George Pickens
“NBA player expressing concern that Darryn Peterson may not go number one due to playing time issues”
Club Shay Shay · Feb 24, 2026
Nightcap Hour 2: Pat Riley WISHES Coaches Still WORE SUITS + Kansas’ Darryn Peterson BREAKS his SILENCE + Draymond Green AGREES with Ant Man on MEMPHIS HOTELS + Floyd MAYWEATHER x Manny PACQUIAO 2 + Cowboys SET to FRANCHISE TAG George Pickens
“Former NBA player who expressed concerns about Darryn Peterson's durability as #1 pick candidate”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 11, 2026
Hour 1 - Patriots Reporter Mike Reiss
“NBA player; discussed for inability to shoot despite elite athleticism and height; attended Mount Verde Academy”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 11, 2026
The Best of The Dan Patrick Show
“NBA player discussed as example of elite athlete who never developed shooting ability despite genetic advantages”
The Tony Kornheiser Show · Feb 2, 2026
“There and back again”
“Sports media entrepreneur building independent sports journalism project outside traditional outlets”