Ben Simmons (NBA Free Agency)
September 2025
Former three-time All-Star Ben Simmons remains without a team over two months into free agency. His once-dominant two-way game has regressed significantly since leaving Philadelphia, as injuries and confidence issues reduced his offensive threat, leaving suitors hesitant to invest in him. After buyout talks with the Nets, Simmons briefly joined the Clippers but fell out of playoff rotation. Still an intelligent defender, his offensive struggles left teams effectively playing four-on-five. Without progress, Simmons may face retirement discussions as his free-agency limbo stretches on.