The Los Angeles Clippers recently signed Ben Simmons, who was bought out of his contract with the Brooklyn Nets - Could he become a mainstay for the organization?

While many want the new Los Angeles Clippers forward Ben Simmons to shoot threes, Joel Embiid’s trainer, Drew Hanlen, had something different in mind. The former No. 1 overall pick has a unique build and skill set.

Three-time NBA All-Star Ben Simmons will reportedly join the LA Clippers after he reached a buyout agreement with the Brooklyn Nets.

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"Ben Simmons gave back almost $1.1M in his buyout from the Brooklyn Nets, a league source told @spotrac," Smith wrote on X. "This reflects the amount Simmons will recoup when he signs a prorated veteran minimum deal with the LA Clippers.

Ben Simmons was the first overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft but has failed to live up to expectations. His struggles with injuries have affected his ability to stay consistent, and his mental approach to the game has come under intense scrutiny over the years.

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Three-time NBA All-Star Ben Simmons has spent the last three seasons with the Brooklyn Nets after he was acquired by the Nets at the trade deadline in exchange for James Harden in 2022. The first overall pick in the 2016 NBA draft has spent much of his time in Brooklyn on the sidelines due to multiple injuries.

The Brooklyn Nets are signing former lottery pick Killian Hayes to a 10-day contract, according to HoopsHype insider Michael Scotto. This decision comes amid a flurry of post All-Star Break moves.

Ben Simmons has only played one game with his new LA Clippers team, but he's already started turning heads. In Simmons' debut with the Clippers against the Jazz, he put up 12 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists,