NBA Fans React to Ben Simmons, New York Knicks Reports

The New York Knicks have made some major moves this offseason, improving their organization after a trip to the Eastern Conference Finals. However, it looks like the Knicks may not be done just yet.

The Knicks started the offseason but firing Tom Thibodeau and hiring Mike Brown as the next head coach, bringing in a two-time Coach of the Year. On top of that, New York bolstered its bench, signing Jordan Clarkson and Guerschon Yabusele.

With the Knicks now posing a legitimate eight-to-nine-man rotation, they could get even better. SNY's Ian Begley reported earlier in the offseason that the franchise was eyeing former LA Clippers guard Ben Simmons. In a recent edition of SNY's The Putback, Begley reported that New York was still in touch with the 28-year-old.

We went live on The Putback with a Miles McBride interview touching on his new book, Deuce: The Champion of Friendship, Mike Brown, Jordan Clarkson & more. Also, getting into Summer League with @_leeescobedo. Full show: https://t.co/eHazvIdsSR
— Ian Begley (@IanBegley) July 15, 2025

Simmons was picked up by the Clippers after being released by the Brooklyn Nets. In 18 regular-season games, the forward averaged 2.9 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 3.1 assists. Fans reacted to the Knicks potentially signing the former All-Star.

“Knicks remain interested in Landry Shamet & he remains open to coming back…Also to my knowledge as of late last week they were still in touch w/ Ben Simmons… I’m sure they’re looking at others as well…”

— @IanBegley on Knicks vet minimum slot

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— New York Basketball (@NBA_NewYork) July 15, 2025

"Do NOT bring in Ben Simmons. Bringing back Landry Shamet is something I'd be fine with," one fan replied.

"Can we please not with Simmons," another said.

"Give me Simmons. Athletic ball handler that can guard multiple positions," one fan replied in support of the potentially targeting.

Simmons is still an unrestricted free agent and could still be picked up by a team as the offseason carries on. The Clippers, despite having signed Bradley Beal already, can still bring Simmons back on a veteran's minimum.

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