Overview
- The Knicks have maintained strong interest in signing Ben Simmons on a veteran minimum deal to fill their final roster spot under the NBA’s second salary-cap apron.
- Multiple contenders—including the Celtics, Suns and Kings—have engaged Simmons’ camp, though BetUS Sportsbook favors Boston (+185) and Phoenix (+255) over New York (+375).
- New York can also leverage open two-way slots and veteran minimum cases with alternatives like Landry Shamet under its cap constraints.
- Simmons, the No. 1 pick in 2016 and a three-time All-Star, has played just 98 games over the past three seasons amid injuries and a contract holdout.
- Under new coach Mike Brown, his defensive versatility and playmaking on a contending team could strengthen the Knicks’ bench rotation.