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Knicks Tipped to Sign Ben Simmons on Veteran Minimum, Per Bleacher Report

The projection reflects New York's push for bargain bench help under Mike Brown.

Overview

  • NBA insider Eric Pincus predicts New York will add the former All-Star on a minimum deal, with Sacramento also mentioned as a possibility.
  • No agreement has been announced, and the reporting reflects a projection rather than a confirmed signing.
  • Observers question the fit because Simmons offers little three-point shooting under a coach who prioritizes spacing.
  • Simmons averaged roughly 5.0 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 5.6 assists last season with the Nets and Clippers after a late-year buyout to join Los Angeles.
  • New York recently added Jordan Clarkson and Guerschon Yabusele to bolster depth and still has three open standard roster spots.