Russell Westbrook and Ben Simmons remain available less than a month before the NBA training camp starts. Westbrook declined a $3.47 million player option with the Denver Nuggets to become an unrestricted free agent, while Simmons’ contract with the LA Clippers expired. The former All-Stars look to find a new home before the 2025-26 season starts.
Sam Amico of Hoops Wire reported on Sunday the latest rumors surrounding the two veteran point guards. One unnamed scout that the NBA insider interviewed sai
“Look, this isn’t 2017 or 2019 anymore. If Westbrook goes unsigned, or Simmons, it’s not that big of a deal. You can find younger guys like them for cheaper. It’s nothing personal. But everyone gets old, and with Simmons, there are some major flaws there that aren’t ever going away. So why not give someone else a try?”
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