Ben Simmons, the guard/forward currently a free agent, is anticipated to make his next team decision within the upcoming week, according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst. The Ben Simmons free agency decision has drawn significant interest from several NBA franchises, with the Sacramento Kings, New York Knicks, Boston Celtics, and Phoenix Suns identified as the leading contenders.
Teams Showing Strong Interest in Simmons
Simmons, who last played with the Los Angeles Clippers in a limited reserve capacity, has been most strongly linked with the Kings and Knicks. According to reports, these two teams may have the clearest path to securing the former number one overall pick in the NBA Draft. Brian Windhorst highlighted the range of teams involved, stating,
“Kings, Suns, Knicks and, yes, Celtics have all been connected to him.”
—Brian Windhorst, ESPN
Recent Performance and Career Trajectory
During the last season, Simmons appeared in 51 games split between the Brooklyn Nets and Los Angeles Clippers. He averaged 5.0 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 5.6 assists per game, while shooting efficiently with a 52 percent field goal rate and nearly 73 percent from the free-throw line. After being bought out by Brooklyn on February 8, he quickly signed with the Clippers two days later. At 29 years old, Simmons is aiming to revitalize his career, which once boasted All-NBA honors, three All-Star selections, and two All-Defensive First Team recognitions.
Potential Impact of Simmons’ Next Move
Once a standout son of the 2016 NBA Draft, Simmons experienced a promising start with the Philadelphia 76ers but has faced challenges since the 2021 postseason, when his performance declined sharply. As he weighs his options, his choice could significantly influence the fortunes of the Barnes’ suitors, each eager to harness his unique versatility and playmaking abilities. The upcoming decision marks a critical moment in Simmons’ career, with expectations centered on a fresh start and a stronger role within a new team structure.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Did Ben Simmons date a Kardashian?
A. Kendall Jenner and Ben Simmons began their relationship in May 2018. However, they ended their summer romance by September. They got back together in November for a short-lived casual relationship before splitting again in May 2019.
Q. Why was Ben Simmons suspended?
A. Ben Simmons, the star point guard, will miss one game due to behavior that harmed the team, said the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday. Therefore, Simmons won’t join the 76ers’ first game of the season on Wednesday in New Orleans.
Q. Why did Kendall Jenner leave Ben Simmons?
A. – According to IMDb, Kim Kardashian and her step-brother Brandon Jenner were rumored to have shared a forbidden kiss.
– However, according to our sources familiar with the Kardashians, the truth is less scandalous.
– They stated that the “kiss” happened when Kim was 11 and Brandon was 12.
Q. What is Ben Simmons diagnosed with?
A. On March 24th, the Nets shared that Simmons has a pinched nerve in his back, which means he will not play for an unknown period.