Ben Simmons Draws Free Agency Interest from Multiple Teams Despite Recent Struggles

Former All-Star Ben Simmons has reportedly garnered interest from several teams, including the Boston Celtics, New York, Sacramento, and the Phoenix Suns, since free agency began. The Celtics, facing salary constraints, could only offer him a veteran minimum contract, which he might accept after being bought out of his previous deal. Simmons, who turned 29, averaged 5.0 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 5.6 assists in 22.0 minutes over 51 games last season with the Nets and Clippers, and has been noted for his strong defense and facilitation, but also for his lack of shooting, having attempted only 5 career three-pointers and none since the 2022-23 season.