The Nets are exceeding expectations right now, but what would elevate this team even more would be Simmons' willingness to shoot more. Of course, his ability to find anyone on the floor has been a major part of Brooklyn's offensive success, but imagine what the offense would look like if Simmons was more aggressive in looking to score.

Brooklyn Nets star Ben Simmons is currently out of action due to tightness in his left calf. This is an important moment in a season that started with hope for Simmons, as doctors had cleared him to fully participate after he underwent surgery for back problems last year.

The injury report for the New York Knicks (5-6) ahead of their matchup with the Brooklyn Nets (5-7) currently includes two players. The matchup tips at 7:30 PM ET on Friday, November 15 from Madison Square Garden.

The Sacramento Kings (6-5) have three players currently listed on the injury report as they prepare to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves (6-5) on Friday, November 15 at Golden 1 Center, with tip-off at 10:00 PM ET.

The Houston Rockets (8-4) have just one player currently listed on the injury report as they ready to play the Los Angeles Clippers (6-6) on Friday, November 15 at Toyota Center, with tip-off at 8:00 PM ET.