Overview
- HoopsHype reported that Boston and Brooklyn explored multiple Simons trade frameworks in the summer that ultimately fell through.
- League reporting indicates the Celtics have resisted attaching a first-round pick, limiting traction on offers for the guard’s $27.7 million expiring contract.
- Boston remains above the luxury-tax line, and ownership is open to dropping below the tax for the right return, according to HoopsHype.
- Simons has increased his efficiency in a bench role, averaging 14.4 points on 44.8% shooting from the field and 41.1% from three.
- With frontcourt depth strained by Neemias Queta’s ankle sprain, media proposals have focused on Brooklyn bigs such as Nic Claxton, and prior interest in Day’Ron Sharpe was reported.