There certainly appears to be interest for Ben Simmons around the NBA and according to Bleacher Report's Jake Fischer there are nine teams we know who would like Simmons and then one "mystery team."
The nine teams Fischer reports are interested in Simmons are:
-Cleveland Cavaliers
-Detroit Pistons
-Houston Rockets
-Indiana Pacers
-Minnesota Timberwolves
-Portland Trail Blazers
-Sacramento Kings
-San Antonio Spurs
-Toronto Raptors
When we're trying to guess that 10th mystery team, which is always a fun game, two teams immediately come to mind in the Brooklyn Nets and Washington Wizards. Fischer reports "it remains unclear, even to members of Klutch Sports, who this purported additional suitor is."
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On Tuesday, ESPN's Stephen A. Smith said 76ers president Daryl Morey is still lurking when it comes to acquiring James Harden. And a few weeks ago, Smith mentioned Kevin Durant refused to let the Nets trade Kyrie Irving for Simmons.
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As for the Wizards, all-star Bradley Beal continues to be among the most attractive rumored names for the Sixers to acquire for Simmons. Recently, ESPN's Tony Kornheiser opined that the trade would benefit both teams.
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According to Fischer, "Philadelphia's loftier sights remain set on [Damian] Lillard and Bradley Beal possibly growing dissatisfied in Portland and Washington, respectively, sources said."
Simmons, after months of holding out, showed up to the Sixers' practice facility on Monday evening, reportedly without notifying anyone.
Joel Embiid was asked about Simmons' return and said, "We’re all professionals. We want to win. I want to win. He gives me the best chance to win so that’s what I’m gonna go with. But as far as coming back and all that, we’ve made a few adjustments and you got to buy in and we’re gonna be fine. Last year we got the No. 1 seed, so like I said, you gotta buy in and we’re gonna be fine.”