Anfernee Simons is a guard for the Boston Celtics, wearing number 1 and operating primarily as a backcourt scorer and ball-handler. He stands 6'3" and weighs 181 lbs, coming out of Edgewater High School in Florida and entering the NBA directly from prep school rather than college. Born June 8, 1999, Simons brings youth and athleticism to a guard rotation that values shooting and perimeter creation.
Through 58 games this season, Simons is averaging 14.4 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game across 25.1 minutes, making him a consistent mid-tier contributor off the bench or in a reserve-starter role. His 43.2% field goal percentage and 37.9% from three mark him as a reliable shooter at volume, though his 54.2% free throw rate is a notable weakness for a guard profile. With only 0.5 steals and 0.1 blocks per game, his defensive impact is limited, meaning his value is concentrated on the offensive end. For bettors, Simons fits squarely into points prop markets, where his scoring consistency and shooting volume give him a workable floor most nights. His assist numbers are modest for a guard, making assist props riskier unless usage shifts. The low free throw percentage is worth monitoring in games where fouls and pace could push him to the line more frequently.
