A major turning point in the game came in the third quarter, where the Clippers overwhelmed the Hawks 35-8. Clippers forward Ben Simmons, who returned to action after a seven-game absence due to a lingering knee injury, played a key role in that stretch, which was his first action after missing seven games with a knee injury.

Ben Simmons may not have the name value he once had as a member of the Philadelphia 76ers, but he's been a very useful asset for the LA Clippers so far this season. On Friday night against the Atlanta Hawks,

Ben Simmons is trending toward a return from an extended absence. The Los Angeles Clippers upgraded the point guard to questionable for Friday’s matchup with the Atlanta Hawks after he missed the last seven games due to a left knee injury.

Ben Simmons finished the victory with two points, two rebounds, four assists and two steals while shooting 1/4 from the field in 17 minutes of playing time. Many people reacted to his performance on social media.