As the NBA regular season continues to roll on, NBA All-Star Ben Simmons has still not played a game for the Philadelphia 76ers. This was to be expected and it is unlikely that he will. Philadelphia continues to look for a trade for a player they can come in and make an impact right away.
If that is the plan for the Sixers, they could look to the Charlotte Hornets. Charlotte signed Terry Rozier to an extension in the offseason. They also sent Devonte’ Graham to the New Orleans Pelicans in a sign-and-trade deal.
Charlotte is a team looking to contend for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference and could look to add another big name next to their franchise point guard. Simmons could be that player.
Simmons has an interest in playing for a contender and could be a piece that helps the Hornets take the next step.
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There is a clear need for the Hornets to improve defensively and one way to do so would be to acquire one of the top defenders in the NBA. Otherwise, it will be challenging to make meaningful enough changes in a short period of time.
There is plenty to be optimistic about in both cities and it will be interesting to see if they get together for a trade. If so, this is what that potential deal might look like between the Philadelphia 76ers and Charlotte Hornets.
