Simmons out vs. Pistons with back tightness
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Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons missed Tuesday's contest against the Detroit Pistons with lower-back tightness.
Simmons played just seven minutes against the Orlando Magic on Saturday before being removed with the injury. He did not return.
Markelle Fultz received the starting nod at point guard and rookie Landry Shamet slid in at shooting guard for the first start of his young career.
Philadelphia has won its last two games after losing its season opener against the Boston Celtics.