Spurs Land Ben Simmons In Blockbuster Trade Scenario

Ben Simmons, Brooklyn Nets, San Antonio Spurs, NBA Trade Rumors
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Ben Simmons, Brooklyn Nets, NBA Trade Rumors
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Brooklyn Nets Receive: F Doug McDermott, G/F Josh Richardson, C Jakob Poeltl, 2024 First-Round Pick (CHA via BKN)
San Antonio Spurs Receive: G/F Ben Simmons

No matter which team-building approach you prefer, one thing is certain – talent is key in the NBA.

Even if you’re hoping to build your team through the draft, you’ll need to draft the most talented players available. If you mess up a lottery selection, you can likely kiss your championship odds goodbye.

Still, talent isn’t the only factor to consider. Fit counts too. Just ask Ben Simmons. He’s a former number one overall pick, and he certainly hasn’t led a team in a serious championship bid yet.

Part of that can be attributed to his fit alongside Joel Embid with the Philadelphia 76ers.

LATEST NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Ben Simmons, San Antonio Spurs & Brooklyn Nets Updates

As a non-shooting lead ball-handler, Simmons’ need to occupy “the dunker spot” clashed with Embid, who was most effective in the same place.

Could he find his fresh start in San Antonio?

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When it comes to exploring the endless possibilities of NBA trades, there's no one quite like James Piercey. With a keen eye for player dynamics, salary cap intricacies, and a knack for discovering uncharted trade territory, James has risen to prominence as the preeminent expert in the realm of hypothetical NBA trades. James is also known for his work covering the Houston Rockets for SB Nation's The Dream Shake — a blog that gives a daily, comprehensive look at the team. He has written for various outlets, including FanSided and Last Word on Sports, among others.

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