Ben Simmons is unlikely to play for the Brooklyn Nets in their March 10th game at the Philadelphia 76ers.

Simmons is dealing with a back issue as he ramps up his basketball activity after not playing in a game since last year's playoffs.

Simmons could resume workouts in a game setting late next week and then complete three straight high-intensity workouts before being cleared. Based on that timeline, Simmons is not likely to play until at least March 15th.

Simmons would have just four potential games with both Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant before the Play-In Tournament or playoffs.