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Jonathan Simmons. PBA PICTURES
MANILA, Philippines—After pulling off NLEX over TNT on Wednesday, Jonathon Simmons has just one more game left for the Road Warriors before returning to China in the Chinese Basketball Association.
Despite his short PBA time, Simmons has only good things to say about his experience.
“I don’t know what you want to come here. I only heard good things, It’s a good place to be as far as life and food. The coaches and guys made it easy for me to transition and step into being a part of a great organization,” said the former NBA veteran.
The 33-year-old swingman will play his last game against Phoenix on Saturday in Antipolo, aiming to fulfill his promise to give NLEX a 4-0 record before leaving.
The Road Warriors improved to 3-0 on Wednesday night after Simmons led a 110-108 win over TNT Tropang Giga with 45 points and 12 rebounds.
“I don’t know what happened or why we won that game. I thought it was a lost ball game but give credit to this guy. He brought us back,” said NLEX coach Frankie Lim.
Wayne Selden, who is also a former NBA vet, was chosen as Simmons’ replacement.
“I’ll have a few words with him just to give the guys and coaches a feel. I think he’ll be a good fit,” said Simmons, who played four NBA seasons like the 28-year-old Selden.
Lim said Simmons will leave for China on Sunday just three days before NLEX’s clash with Barangay Ginebra.
“I asked him to stay one more game against Ginebra, but they want him to go immediately. I believe he will go on Sunday.”
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