The Hornets waived Simmons on Wednesday.
Simmons appeared in the final five games for Charlotte last year, marking his first NBA appearance since 2018-19. However, after drafting Nick Smith (undisclosed) and Brandon Miller, there wasn't any room for Simmons. The Arizona product will likely have to settle for a G League deal or may head overseas again.
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Hornets' Kobi Simmons: Sees limited time
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Simmons concluded his third season with averages of 1.0 points, 1.0 assists, 0.8 rebounds and 0.4 blocks in 5.6 minutes per game across five contests.
After signing with the team March 29, Simmons appeared in very limited fashion over the last five games of the season. The 25-year-old was a steady contributor during his limited opportunities, but he struggled to find his shot, making just one of six attempts from the field on the year. Simmons has struggled to find his footing in the NBA since his rookie season back in 2017, and it will be challenging to find a spot with the Hornets, who have plenty of guard depth.
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Hornets' Kobi Simmons: Sticks in rotation Friday
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Simmons logged one rebound and one block over two minutes during Friday's 112-109 loss to the Rockets.
Simmons was in the rotation for the fourth straight game Friday, although he logged just two minutes. While it is nice to see guys like Simmons getting onto the court, there is obviously nothing to see here in terms of fantasy news.
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Hornets' Kobi Simmons: Lands standard contract
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Simmons had his two-way deal converted to a standard contract Friday, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.
Simmons signed a two-way contract with the Hornets last week and has averaged 1.7 points in 6.0 minutes per game since then. Despite his limited role, he'll remain with the team on a standard deal.
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Hornets' Kobi Simmons: Inks deal with Charlotte
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The Hornets signed Simmons to a two-way deal Wednesday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.
Simmons has spent the 2022-23 season with Charlotte's G League affiliate, the Greensboro Swarm. However, with the G League season over, he could see some action for a Hornets team plagued by injuries.
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Kobi Simmons: Top distributor in double-double
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Simmons tallied 24 points (6-14 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 7-8 FT), 11 assists and six rebounds over 42 minutes during Saturday's 137-126 loss to Raptors 905.
Simmons was the long player to reach double figures in assists during Saturday's win, finishing second among starters in rebounds. Simmons averaged 18.2 points, 4.0 assists and 3.9 rebounds over 32 regular-season games this year.
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Kobi Simmons: Surpasses 30 points to lead offense
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Simmons notched 33 points (9-19 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 9-10 FT), seven rebounds, seven assists and one steal over 46 minutes during Friday's 118-116 win over Raptors 905.
Simmons led the Swarm in scoring while finishing second on the team in rebounds and assists in a near triple-double outing. Simmons has averaged 18.0 points, 3.8 rebounds and 3.7 assists over 31 regular-season games.
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Kobi Simmons: Surpasses 20 points off bench
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Simmons notched 22 points (8-14 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six assists, three rebounds and one block over 29 minutes during Tuesday's 129-116 loss to Capital City.
Simmons led the Swarm bench in scoring Tuesday, finishing as one of two players with 20 or more points while posting a team-high-tying assist total. Simmons has averaged 17.5 points, 3.7 rebounds and 3.6 assists over 30 regular-season contests.
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Kobi Simmons: Surpasses 30 points off bench
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Simmons tallied 32 points (12-20 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five assists, four rebounds, one steal and one block over 38 minutes during Thursday's 118-107 win over Mexico City.
Simmons had a strong night from deep while leading the team in scoring and finishing as the lone player in Thursday's game with 30 or more points. Simmons has averaged 17.0 points, 3.9 rebounds and 3.4 assists over 27 regular-season contests.
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Kobi Simmons: Posts 20-point outing off bench
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Simmons notched 20 points (7-13 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one block over 31 minutes during Wednesday's 122-116 loss to Mexico City.
Simmons led the Swarm bench in scoring and rebounds, finishing as one of three players with 20 or more points in Wednesday's loss. Simmons has averaged 17.0 points, 3.9 rebounds and 3.4 assists over 27 regular-season contests.
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Kobi Simmons: Reaches double figures off bench
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Simmons posted 14 points (5-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-7 FT), two assists, two rebounds and one block over 37 minutes during Saturday's 115-100 loss to College Park.
Simmons was one of two bench players with a double-digit scoring total and finished as one of four Swarm players with 10 or more points. Simmons has averaged 17.6 points, 3.8 rebounds and 3.7 assists over 23 regular-season contests.
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Kobi Simmons: All-around performance in defeat
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Simmons tallied 16 points (6-14 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven assists and five rebounds over 32 minutes during Wednesday's 110-100 loss to the Cleveland Charge.
Simmons led the Swarm bench in scoring while posting a team-high assist mark in a balanced performance. Simmons has averaged 18.5 points, 3.8 assists and 3.7 rebounds over 20 regular-season contests.
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Kobi Simmons: Drops 30 points off bench
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Simmons posted 30 points (11-20 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five steals, one rebound and one assist over 41 minutes during Wednesday's 123-119 loss to Motor City.
Simmons led the Swarm in scoring and steals, connecting on five three-pointers in a 30-point performance. Simmons has averaged 18.6 points, 3.6 rebounds and 3.6 steals over 19 regular-season games in the G League.
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Kobi Simmons: Strong game from deep to lead bench
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Simmons tallied 17 points (6-13 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, two steals and one assist over 33 minutes during Monday's 119-104 loss to Motor City.
Simmons connected on a team-high-tying mark from three while leading the bench in scoring during his 17-point performance. Simmons has averaged 17.9 points, 3.7 assists and 3.7 rebounds over 18 regular-season games.
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Kobi Simmons: Leader off bench in victory
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Simmons tallied 21 points (6-12 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and two assists over 28 minutes during Friday's 138-137 win over Fort Wayne.
Simmons led the Swarm bench in scoring while finishing as one of three players to score 20 or more points in Friday's win. Simmons has averaged 17.0 points, 4.2 assists and 3.9 rebounds over 15 regular-season contests.
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Kobi Simmons: Leads with 30-point game off bench
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Simmons tallied 30 points (11-16 FG, 6-11 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two assists, one rebound and one steal over 33 minutes during Wednesday's 128-119 loss to Salt Lake City.
Simmons led the team in scoring while connecting on a team-high six threes in Wednesday's loss. Simmons has averaged 17.0 points, 4.2 assists and 3.9 rebounds over 15 regular-season games.
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Kobi Simmons: Leads bench with near double-double
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Simmons finished with 18 points (6-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine assists and three rebounds over 29 minutes during Friday's 123-107 win over Grand Rapids.
Simmons led the Swarm bench in scoring while leading the team in assists and finishing one dime shy of a double-double. Simmons has averaged 16.1 points, 4.1 assists and 3.9 rebounds in 14 regular-season contests.
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Kobi Simmons: Strong game from deep in win
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Simmons posted 16 points (6-15 FG, 4-10 3Pt), four rebounds, three assists and one steal over 37 minutes during Saturday's 116-102 win over Wisconsin.
Simmons was one of six Swarm players to score in double figures Saturday and led all starters in shots made from deep. Simmons has averaged 16.0 points, 4.0 rebounds and 3.8 assists over his last 12 games.
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Kobi Simmons: Top scorer in near 30-point game
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Simmons notched 27 points (10-17 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five assists, three rebounds and two blocks over 36 minutes during Friday's 115-112 loss to Wisconsin.
Simmons led the Swarm in scoring, finishing three points shy of the 30-point mark while leading the team in shots made. Simmons has averaged 16.0 points, 4.0 rebounds and 3.9 assists over 11 regular-season games.
