US EditionNBA Free Agency Rumors: Knicks, Kings Linked to Ben Simmons as Injury Concerns Mount
UNITED STATES, JUL 19 – Ben Simmons is pursued by Sacramento and New York as a veteran guard addition, with last season averages of 5.0 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 5.6 assists over 51 games played.
- On July 2, Jake Fischer said `For Ben Simmons, the two teams we're hearing for him still are Sacramento and New York`, on his "Insider Notebook" livestream.
- Following his buyout, Simmons signed a short-term deal with the Los Angeles Clippers, but saw limited playoff minutes, highlighting his recent career challenges.
- Despite a deep lineup, the Kings have a point guard gap, and Sacramento’s roster boasts a veteran core, with the team actively seeking another veteran guard, Fischer said.
- According to Fischer, Sacramento may have to outbid the Knicks for Simmons, while New York sits $2.4 million from the second apron cap limit.
- Heading into camp, Simmons remains unsigned, and his addition could bolster Sacramento's point guard depth, Fischer said Thursday.
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