The Knicks and Lakers are among the teams interested in a possible deal for 76ers guard Ben Simmons, according to The Athletic's Ben Simmons.
On Friday, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski and Zach Lowe first reported that more teams were engaged in trade talks related a possible agreement involving Simmons. The Athletic confirmed Monday that teams are ramping up their efforts to acquire Simmons in a multi-team trade.
In addition to New York and Los Angeles, the Timberwolves, Trail Blazers, Kings, Pacers and Cavaliers are all among the teams interested in Simmons, per The Athletic.