3x NBA All-Star The Golden State Warriors Must Consider Signing

I think the Golden State Warriors should sign Ben Simmons.

Nov 10, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr celebrates with guard Stephen Curry (30) after their team defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images / Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Ben Simmons is no longer the All-Star player he once was when he was with the Philadelphia 76ers.

That said, the former LSU star could still be a valuable role player in limited minutes.

He is coming off a season where he spent time with the Brooklyn Nets and LA Clippers.

Apr 11, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Ben Simmons (25) during the third quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images / Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

This summer, Simmons will be a free agent who is available to sign with any team in the league.

I believe that the Golden State Warriors should sign the 28-year-old.

Via StatMuse (in November): "Ben Simmons tonight off the bench:

6 PTS
5 REB
12 AST
2 STL

First Net with those numbers in under 30 MP since Jason Kidd."

Ben Simmons tonight off the bench:

6 PTS
5 REB
12 AST
2 STL

First Net with those numbers in under 30 MP since Jason Kidd. pic.twitter.com/FsJgFUCT5L

— StatMuse (@statmuse) November 12, 2024

At this stage of his career, Simmons can likely be signed for a minimum contract.

He finished his year with the Clippers (so he would not have to go far to get to San Francisco).

The Warriors could use more size, rebounding and play-making (which are things that Simmons can still do well).

Via StatMuse: "Ben Simmons tonight:

12 PTS
8 REB
6 AST
3 STL
4-5 FG

The first Clipper since Marcus Camby to reach those numbers on 80+ FG%"

Ben Simmons tonight:

12 PTS
8 REB
6 AST
3 STL
4-5 FG

The first Clipper since Marcus Camby to reach those numbers on 80+ FG% pic.twitter.com/HmZYgce7WD

— StatMuse (@statmuse) February 14, 2025

The Warriors reached the second round of the NBA playoffs, but lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves (in five games).

They lost all four games without Steph Curry (who got injured).

If the Warriors had a player such as Simmons, he could provide depth as a point guard behind Curry (who is going to turn 38 next season).

Apr 13, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors center Quinten Post (21) gestures toward LA Clippers guard Ben Simmons (25) to confirm his defensive assignment during the first quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images / Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

With the size that Simmons brings, he also has the ability to help Draymond Green as a backup center defensively.

Via @clipfullyloaded (on March 19): "The addition of Ben Simmons has been huge for the clippers

He played 13 minutes tonight all at center which allowed Zu ample rest as Zu played the other 35 rather than playing 40+ min

It also allows Batum to play in his best role at the 4

Simmons was a +17 in only 13 minutes"

Apr 8, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Keldon Johnson (0) dribbles the ball against LA Clippers guard Ben Simmons (25) in the first half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images / Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

This summer, the former first-overall pick will be a name to watch on the free agent market.