Warriors reportedly ‘in the mix’ for Ben Simmons before Kings
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Key Points:
- The Golden State Warriors were among several teams, including the New York Knicks, pursuing Ben Simmons before he signed with the Sacramento Kings.
- The Kings finalized the deal after initially considering other players like Russell Westbrook, who retired, and Victor Oladipo, according to The Athletic.
- Simmons, a three-time All-Star known for his size and playmaking, fits the Warriors' need for secondary playmaking behind an aging core, especially with Jimmy Butler's uncertain recovery timeline.
- Simmons has not played since April 2025 and has focused on other interests, such as managing a deep-sea fishing team, raising questions about his readiness to contribute on the court.
- With Simmons signing elsewhere, the Warriors will continue their search for additional roster help.
