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Knicks Intensify Effort to Sign Ben Simmons on Veteran Minimum

The Knicks operate under tight second-apron restrictions using only veteran minimum slots as Simmons weighs offers from Boston and Phoenix

Apr 13, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; LA Clippers guard Ben Simmons (25) defends against Golden State Warriors guard Buddy Hield (7) during the third quarter at Chase Center
New York Knicks Still Targeting Former All-Star Ben Simmons
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Overview

  • Ian Begley reports that New York has sustained strong interest in Simmons as a candidate for its lone veteran minimum spot.
  • League sources tell Marc Stein that the Celtics, Suns and Kings have held talks with Simmons since free agency opened.
  • BetUS Sportsbook ranks Boston at +185 and Phoenix at +255 with New York at +375 as Simmons weighs his options.
  • The Knicks must remain below the NBA’s second salary apron of $207.8 million, confining roster additions to minimum-salary or two-way deals.
  • Should Simmons opt out, New York has also maintained interest in guard Landry Shamet for the available slot.