Boston Celtics Receive: F Ben Simmons

Philadelphia 76ers Receive: G Marcus Smart, F Aaron Nesmith, F Grant Williams, G Carsen Edwards, 2023 first-round pick, 2025 first-round pick, 2027 first-round pick

Ben Simmons would be the only piece going to the Boston Celtics in this NBA trade scenario. He would be able to take over at the point guard position in an effort to replace Kemba Walker, who was recently involved in a trade of his own — sending him to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

If not at the point guard spot, the Celtics could have a plan for other ways to use a 6-foot-11 ball handler. With his defensive versatility, he could be a point forward at the four spot alongside the recently reacquired Al Horford in the frontcourt.

The 76ers could be demanding in what they want back, especially from a team in the same conference, let along the same division. Those facts make this a highly unlikely NBA trade scenario to take place, but for the sake of hypotheticals, it’s still intriguing to analyze.

Marcus Smart and Aaron Nesmith will lead the return going back to Philadelphia. Smart is a point guard who would be able to contribute right away. Grant Williams and Carsen Edwards would also be on their way to Philly, along with three first-round picks.

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The 76ers would essentially be betting on the fact that adding complementary talents who are better fits could end up being a net positive in the process of moving on from Ben Simmons. Also, that Simmons would not end up working out with the Celtics.

Let’s take a closer look and see how this NBA trade scenario centered around Ben Simmons would impact both the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers.