Nets guard Ben Simmons ruled out of Wednesday's game due to left knee contusion. Head coach Jacque Vaughn says Simmons is day-to-day. MRI reveals no structural damage but swelling in the knee. Saturday's matchup with former team Philadelphia 76ers is uncertain. Joel Embiid's status also unclear due to left knee evaluation. Simmons returns after 38-game absence, records 10 points, 8 rebounds, and 11 assists in 18 minutes. Brooklyn enjoys largest victory margin, knocking down 21 3-pointers.

Simmons plans to play in Philadelphia on Saturday and beyond, but official update from Brooklyn pending. Vaughn remains hopeful for Simmons' consistent playing time and impact on the team. NBA Draft expanded to two nights, with the first round at Barclays Center and the second round at ESPN's Seaport District Studios. Nets' upcoming game against the Minnesota Timberwolves rescheduled to 8 p.m. local time.