Dean Simon

Joined: Nov 4, 2025

Dean Simon has been a Senior Contributor for 8 Points, 9 Seconds since October 2025. Dean previously covered the Miami Heat for Athlon Sports and the NBA at large for GiveMeSport. Dean has also been featured on outlets such as The Sporting News, Yahoo Sports, LastWordonSports, Yardbarker and MSN since beginning his sports journalism journey in 2023. Dean loves to watch the NBA, play basketball and spend time with his three dogs Max, Madden and Jeter in his free time.

Milwaukee Bucks center Myles Turner (3) reacts after scoring a basket in the 4th quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Fiserv Forum.

Indiana Pacers guard Ben Sheppard (26) during a game against the Golden State Warriors.

Former Phoenix Suns guard Monte Morris (23) in a game against the Denver Nuggets.

Milwaukee Bucks center Myles Turner (3) celebrating during a game against the Golden State Warriors.

Dean Simon

Joined: Nov 4, 2025

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