This 76ers-Knicks trade would send Ben Simmons to New York

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The Trade

Knicks Receive: Ben Simmons

76ers Receive: R.J. Barrett, Julius Randle, Dennis Smith Jr., 2020 No. 8 overall pick, 2022 first-round pick, and a 2020 second-round pick from Charlotte

Obviously, this would be a massive blockbuster deal for both teams involved. Let’s take a look at why it could be a good move for both the 76ers and Knicks.

For the Knicks, they would be getting the star that they can build around. After missing out on free agent target after free agent target, New York should look to go the trade route. Simmons would help take the Knicks back to relevance and would be the focal point of the franchise for the first time in his career.

As for the 76ers, this trade would add a lot more depth and would also add talent around Embiid as their franchise player. Barrett is just 20 years old and averaged 14.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 2.6 assists in his rookie season. Randle would add a solid power forward alongside Embiid and the 76ers would then be able to look to trade Al Horford.

To make this trade even more intriguing for the 76ers, the Knicks would send two first-round picks and a second-round pick, including the No. 8 overall pick in the upcoming 2020 NBA Draft.

New York would be giving up a lot to make this trade work. Simmons needs to develop a shot, but even without one he can be a lethal franchise player to build around. It’s a risk, but one that the Knicks have to take to get back to the playoffs.

This same trade package could also be used by the Knicks to pursue a trade for Houston Rockets superstar guard Russell Westbrook if he becomes available.

Expect to see both the Knicks and 76ers look to make some key moves this offseason. Coming together on this trade involving Ben Simmons could make sense, although it would be tough for Philly to move their star within the division.

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