New York Knicks reporter doubts that Ben Simmons should fill the team's final roster spot and suggests extending the contract of a proven shooter like Landry Shamet instead.
The New York Knicks are among the favorites to emerge from the Eastern Conference next season, and they continue to strengthen their roster.
Ben Simmons
Ben Simmons
Position: SF, PF
Age: 29
Height: 208 cm
Weight: 104 kg
Birth place: Melbourne, Australia
One name that has surfaced in trade rumors is three-time All-Star Ben Simmons. However, Knicks insider Ian Begley doubts New York will pursue Simmons, suggesting the team may instead target a proven shooter.
“Logic tells me to take the field because there are so many different variables here for the Knicks,” Begley said. “They have interest, other teams have interest, and they have one spot unless they make a trade to open up another."
"So it seems to me you are looking at Landry Shamet or a Ben Simmons-type player. That is why I would probably take the field. Are the Knicks the favorite? I do not think so.”
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Adding Simmons on a veteran minimum could appear to be a low-risk gamble. Still, Begley’s assessment underscores that New York is prioritizing certainty. The Knicks’ remaining roster spot could instead go to a proven shooter like Shamet, who spent last season with the Knicks, or a developmental rookie.
Last season, Ben Simmons averaged 5.0 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 5.6 assists over 51 games split between the Nets and Clippers. He shot 52.0% from the field and 72.7% from the free-throw line.
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