One player from Australia became the first overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft after a challenging college experience at Louisiana State University.
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One player from Australia became the first overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft after a challenging college experience at Louisiana State University.
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Ben Simmons stands on the court at Louisiana State University, where he faced intense scrutiny as a top basketball prospect. "One & Done" follows his path from Melbourne, Australia, to Montverde Academy in Florida and finally to LSU. The film captures Simmons' struggles with loneliness and the pressures of being a star athlete. He criticizes the NCAA for profiting off student athletes without compensation. The narrative culminates with Simmons being selected first overall by the Philadelphia 76ers in the 2016 NBA Draft.
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Why Watch
- Meet Ben Simmons and his rise to NBA stardom.
- See the reality of college life at LSU for top athletes.
- Find out why Simmons criticizes the NCAA's treatment of players.
Did You Know
- Ben Simmons was selected as the number one pick in the 2016 NBA draft.
- The film premiered on Showtime on November 4, 2016.
- Simmons had very few friends at LSU, mostly limited to his basketball teammates.
- Forbes stated that Simmons was half right about the one and done rule.
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When did the documentary One & Done premiere?
One & Done premiered on Showtime on November 4, 2016.
What was Ben Simmons critical of in the documentary?
Ben Simmons was critical of the NCAA and how it treats its athletes, particularly regarding the lack of compensation for student athletes.
Which team selected Ben Simmons in the 2016 NBA draft?
Ben Simmons was selected as the first overall pick by the Philadelphia 76ers in the 2016 NBA draft.
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