So far this season, Ben Simmons has not played in any game for the 76ers, no matter what the contradictions between Simmons and the 76ers, as a young All-Star, Simmons' absence for the entire season is definitely a waste of talent.
The problem is that the 76ers don't want to push for a deal involving Ben Simmons so easily, at least the team will want to push for a deal with an All-Star player, and given the rumors from teams this season and potential deal targets, it won't be easy for the 76ers to push for such a deal.
In response, the US media Jack Simone suggested that the 76ers could try to promote a deal involving Ben Simmons with the Wizards:
Wizards Get: Ben Simmons, Isaiah Joe, 2024 First-Round Picks (Lotto Protection)
76ers get: Bradley Beale
The 76ers are actually still interested in players like Bradley Beal, but what kind of deal they can push for with the Wizards may still be difficult to finalize. In this deal, the 76ers can push for a deal involving Beal with Simmons, Isaiah Joe and future first-round picks.
There is no doubt that Beal, who has excellent scoring ability, will be the ideal candidate for partner Joel Embiid, and even if he has been in a slump so far this season, he is still a player who can average 24 points, 4.7 rebounds, 6.4 assists, 45.4% shooting and 29.8% three-point shooting per game.
Of course, getting a young rising star like Simmons would also be a great option for the Wizards, as they can build a roster around Simmons and try to be a playoff competitive team in the Eastern Conference.
It is unclear whether the 76ers will be able to push for a deal involving Ben Simmons before the trade deadline, even if the team really needs to push for the deal as soon as possible.