Minnesota Timberwolves Receive: F/G Ben Simmons, Isaiah Joe
Philadelphia 76ers Receive: G D’Angelo Russell, 2022 First Round Pick, 2024 First Round Pick
Ben Simmons would be the centerpiece of this NBA trade scenario going back to the Minnesota Timberwolves — putting an end to the ongoing standoff he’s had with the Philadelphia 76ers.
Daryl Morey has said that Philadelphia will not be moving Simmons if they do not get any difference-maker in return. The 76ers pulling off an impressive 6-2 start to the regular season with the team’s most recent win being over the previously 6-1 Chicago Bulls only adds to it.
There is no rush on this process but it is likely that the original asking price will have to come down at some point. It seems increasingly unlikely for Damian Lillard to force his way out of town and Bradley Beal’s Washington Wizards squad is surging. Where will the highly sought-after superstar trade target emerge then?
In this particular deal, the 76ers would land D’Angelo Russell to put in the backcourt. His abilities as a shot creator would make for an intriguing addition to the team — particularly with an elite big man in Joel Embiid.
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Philadelphia but also get some first-round draft capital over the next few years in order to provide further incentive to accept the deal. Given the Timberwolves’ struggles to get into the playoffs, it could be worth the gamble.
Let’s take a closer look and see how this NBA trade scenario centered around Ben Simmons would impact both the Minnesota Timberwolves and Philadelphia 76ers.
