NBA Rumors: Top 3 potential landing spots for Ben Simmons if Brooklyn Nets explore trade options over summer
Brooklyn Nets forward Ben Simmons is still looking to find his groove on the basketball court. But time could be running out for Simmons with the Brooklyn Nets.
The Nets were looking like a potential championship contender at one point of the 2022-23 season. That's until a flurry of moves saw superstars Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving shipped out of town. That leaves Simmons as one of the highest paid players on the roster.
After blossoming into a rising star as a member of the Philadelphia 76ers, Simmons has struggled to regain his previous form. Recent reports have suggested that Brooklyn will look to explore trade options for Simmons this offseason. Here's a look at the top three potential landing spots for Ben Simmons if Brooklyn decides to trade him.
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Top 3 Potential Landing spots for Ben Simmons
Portland Trail Blazers
The Portland Trail Blazers could find themselves as a team interested in acquiring Ben Simmons. Portland was interested in trading for the talented forward before his initial trade to the Brooklyn Nets. Simmons still has the versatility to be one of the top defensive assets in the NBA.
His offensive game has struggled, but Simmons could slide in next to star point guard Damian Lillard to give the Blazers a boost. Portland is an organization that is eager to take the next step forward when it comes to contending in the Western Conference. Rolling the dice on the upside of a talent like Simmons could be worth the risk.
Charlotte Hornets
The Charlotte Hornets have found themselves struggling to generate any momentum in the Eastern Conference. Charlotte has a rising star in LaMelo Ball who continues to dazzle fans with his playmaking ability and upside. While the fit could become challenging, the idea of adding Simmons to the mix could be an intriguing opportunity for the Hornets.
Charlotte has the tools to be a team that could put together a potential offer for Simmons. Adding defensive versatility and basketball awareness of Simmons to the roster could be an exciting possibility for a franchise eager to make a statement.
Sacramento Kings
The Sacramento Kings have been one of the most pleasant surprises of the 2022-23 season. The Kings are on the path towards making a return to the NBA playoffs and their roster has developed some intriguing depth. With veteran wing Harrison Barnes expected to become a free agent, could the Kings look to add a player like Simmons to the mix?
The Kings have started to put together an intriguing roster that looks to be trending up for years to come. Simmons will be able to use his defensive ability to be a strong asset for the Kings moving forward.
With Domantas Sabonis and De'Aaron Fox running the show offensively, Simmons wouldn't be required to carry the load as an offensive weapon. Instead, Simmons could pair with lockdown defender Davion Mitchell to give the Kings an interesting wrinkle in their rotation.