Phoenix has curiosity in including a veteran ballhandler like Ben Simmons this offseason

After a 36-46 end in 2024-25, the Suns began to retool the roster. First, they parted methods with head coach Mike Budenholzer and employed Jordan Ott as his substitute. Ott was an assistant coach for Cleveland in 2024-25. 

The group traded Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets and acquired out Bradley Beal’s remaining contract. This made Beal a free agent, and he signed with the Clippers. Forward of 2025-26, the Suns reportedly wish to add a veteran ballhandler to the roster. NBA insider Marc Stein reported that Ben Simmons is a participant that Phoenix is contemplating.

What might Ben Simmons deliver to the Suns?

Within the 2016 NBA draft, the 76ers used the primary general decide to pick out Ben Simmons out of LSU. Attributable to a fractured bone in his foot, Simmons was compelled to overlook his complete rookie season. Nonetheless, he bounced again properly in 2017-18 and gained Rookie of the Yr. He began 81 of 82 video games that 12 months. Simmons was voted an all-star in every of his subsequent three seasons with Philadelphia.  Finally, Simmons requested a commerce from the group and cited well being issues.

Simmons missed your complete 2021-22 season because of damage. Throughout that season, he was traded to the Brooklyn Nets. Over three years, Simmons performed in 90 video games for the Nets and made 69 begins. Throughout the 2024-25 season, the Nets purchased out Simmons’ contract, and he signed as a free agent with the Clippers.

Following the top of final season, Simmons is drawing curiosity from a number of groups. In response to NBA insiders Marc Stein, Simmons is a participant the Suns have had discussions with. The group wants a veteran PG off the bench after shedding Tyus Jones in free company. Phoenix had an curiosity in bringing Chris Paul again, however he’s anticipated to have a reunion with the LA Clippers.

The Suns would love so as to add a participant like Ben Simmons to their roster for the 2025-26 season. At this stage in his profession, Simmons might signal a mid-level exemption or veteran’s minimal. Phoenix has Devin Booker as their beginning PG subsequent 12 months. Simmons won’t take the place of Booker, however he could possibly be a high quality PG off the bench. Nonetheless, the Suns will not be the one group monitoring Simmons this offseason. Marc Stein mentioned that the Knicks, Celtics, and Kings are maintaining their eye on the 29-year-old. The place will Ben Simmons proceed his profession?


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