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Simmons doubtful to play for Australia at FIBA World Cup

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Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons is "doubtful" to compete for Australia at this summer's FIBA World Cup, his agent told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

The 22-year-old is more likely to spend his offseason preparing for the upcoming NBA campaign, Wojnarowski notes.

Simmons' absence would be a huge loss for the Aussies and likely put playmaking responsibilities on the shoulders of Cleveland Cavaliers guard Matthew Dellavedova.

The former No. 1 pick averaged 16.9 points, 8.8 rebounds, 7.7 assists, and 1.4 steals across 79 appearances for the Sixers this past campaign.

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