Lakers Among Teams That Have Reached Out to Ben Simmons

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Lakers Among Teams That Have Reached Out to Ben Simmons

The Lakers are among the teams that have reached out to Ben Simmons regarding a potential NBA return, according to Marc Spears. Simmons is willing to sign for the veteran minimum and is currently weighing his options. Los Angeles could provide Simmons with an opportunity to revive his career while adding a versatile playmaker and defender to its roster.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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