Ben Simmons, who has signed with the LSU Tigers, is considered to be the top incoming freshman for the 2015-16 college basketball season.
There has been plenty of excitement about Simmons’ arrival — with the Tigers even launched a video campaign for the upcoming season titled, “25 Is Coming” where fans can get season tickets beginning at $100.
However, it isn’t just the fans and LSU basketball coaches who are excited to see Simmons on the court.
ESPN’s Jay Bilas recently spoke about Simmons after watching his film from the Nike Basketball Academy. In short, Bilas believes Simmons is something very, very special.
Watched LSU's Ben Simmons for 3 straight days at the Nike Basketball Academy. He's ridiculous. Simmons has versatile talent rarely seen.
— Jay Bilas (@JayBilas) June 30, 2015
If that wasn’t enough, Bilas continued to praise the incoming freshman by saying he was better than anything we’ve seen in the past year.
@CdotJudge Nope. Not like this kid. He's the real deal.
— Jay Bilas (@JayBilas) June 30, 2015
@JrTerrance No, we don't. Not like this kid. He's special.
— Jay Bilas (@JayBilas) June 30, 2015
@cboswell33 A multi-millionaire, first overall selection in the NBA Draft.
— Jay Bilas (@JayBilas) June 30, 2015
Wow. That’s some high praise. It’s going to be great to watch him on the court.
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