THE STORY
In Game 7 of the 2021 Eastern Conference Semifinals on June 20, 2021, Philadelphia 76ers' Ben Simmons passed up a wide-open dunk in the fourth quarter against the Atlanta Hawks. This decision led to a turnover and a subsequent three-point play for the Hawks, contributing to the 76ers' 103-96 loss and elimination from the playoffs.
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WHY IT MATTERS
This moment remains notable as it was a pivotal play in a high-stakes playoff game, leading to significant scrutiny of Simmons' performance and decision-making under pressure.