Australia’s controversial NBA star Ben Simmons is reportedly demanding $27 million from his former team.
Simmons left Philadelphia in disgrace in February after essentially refusing to train or play with the 76ers despite earning tens of millions of dollars to do so.
He had a falling out with the team following last year’s playoff series, and carried the grudge into the current season.
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Philadelphia began to fine Simmons for every training session and game he refused to participate in.
He was eventually granted a release in February and is now with Brooklyn, although he is yet to play a game for his new team.
While many hoped the ordeal was in the rear-view mirror, ESPN now reports Simmons has filed a grievance against the 76ers demanding they pay him the $27 million withheld or fined since the start of the season.
The reports says it will go to arbitration. The NBA’s player association is said to be supporting Simmons in the case.
The news comes only a day after the Nets released an update on Simmons’ return to the court.
The Aussie has been battling a back injury, but this week returned to light on-court training and is hoping to make his comeback before the playoff series.
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