At this point of his career, Simmons isn’t going to give the same production that earned him three All-Star selections in Philadelphia. Still, if he can show flashes of his All-Star form and be a consistent defender, Simmons has a real shot to contribute for a contender like the Knicks.

Ben Simmons spent the 2024-25 season playing for the Brooklyn Nets and LA Clippers. He had averages of 5.0 points and 4.7 rebounds and 5.6 assists per contest while shooting 52.0% from the field in 51 games. The three-time NBA All-Star is currently a free agent.

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Obviously, the injuries and complete lack of shooting will always be a concern with Simmons, but his on-ball playmaking, rebounding, and defensive versatility could prove to be valuable, especially on a Knicks team where he wouldn’t be asked to do too much.