The Nets were swept out by the Green Army 0-4, and Ben Simmons ultimately failed to return to the field this season. How much patience does the Nets have with him? The US media believes that the possibility of Simmons being traded again is not ruled out. On April 28, Beijing time, the US media Fadeaway Wolrd posted 5 sets of trading plans related to Simmons, and believed that trading with the Bulls + Caruso was a win-win choice.
Option 1: Nets vs Wizards 2 for 3
The Nets sent Simmons and Clarkston (signed first and swapped), and the Wizards kuzma, eight villages and Garford.
In this way, the Nets can exchange Simmons and Clarkston for three very good role players, increasing the Depth of the Nets' lineup. The Nets' starting lineup can be Irving + Harris + Kuzma + Durant + Garford. Kuzma had a good season in the Wizards, and his offensive and defensive performance was remarkable, and he could share the pressure of Duou with the Nets. Garford is a reliable defensive center with a strong ability to guard the basket and is stronger overall than Chuang Shen, and as for Yamura, he is only 23 years old and has talent to bring energy and more projection options to the Nets.
Option 2: Nets vs Pacers 2 for 2
The Nets sent Simmons and Clarkston (signed first and swapped) to Get Pacers Brogdon and Turner.
If the Nets complete the deal, they can build a start for Brogdon + Irving + Harris + Durant + Turner. The US media believes that this transaction has a certain risk for the Nets. Brogdon, despite his strong organizational skills, did not defend well. Turner is a good basket protector, and he has the ability to shoot outside. However, the injury history of these two people is more serious, of course, if they can stay healthy, the Nets' starting strength will be significantly improved.
Scenario 3: Nets vs. Kings 1 for 2
The Nets sent Simmons out, getting Barnes and Holmes for the Kings
The Nets can build a start for Irving + Harris + Barnes + Durant + Holmes. Barnes averaged 16.4 points and 5.6 rebounds per game in the 2021-22 season, and he can defend from the first position to the fourth position, and is also the Warriors' outside defense tip of the championship that year, which is a good 3D choice. Holmes is one of the most defensively efficient centers, an upgrade to the No. 5 position. The Kings, as a small-market team, could seize the opportunity to bring in Simmons and help restore him to All-Star status.
Scenario 4: Nets vs Knicks 1-for-2
The Nets sent Simmons and got the Knicks' Randall and Noel
In this way, the Nets' starting point will become Irving + Harris + Durant + Randle + Noel. Randle has had a bad time at the Knicks, and his performance has dropped significantly since he was named an All-Star last year, but he is mainly in the offensive end of the state decline, the defense is still very strong, his defensive rebounding rate can rank 16th in the NBA, and his opponent shooting rate has dropped by 4.2%. Randall is also one of the most efficient passing big men, with a 25.1% assist rate. He fits into the Nets' system. As long as Noel stays healthy, he is a very efficient interior lineman, and he is fast and can change small players.
Scenario 5: Nets vs Bulls 1 for 2
The Nets sent Simmons, got the Bulls' Caruso and the ball brother
In the eyes of the US media, this is a win-win deal. The Nets starting lineup will be Irving + Ball Brother + Harris + Durant + Zhuang Shen, and Caruso can play an important role on the bench. When both Brother Ball and Caruso are healthy, the Bulls' defense can be in the top ten of the league, they can bring better outside defense to the Nets, which is what they lack, and the Bulls are worth the risk for Simmons. After a season, they proved to be pseudo-strong teams, unable to play high-level opponents, Simmons is an opportunity to change, if he can play normally, it can help Lavin and DeRozan get better scoring opportunities.
Do you think the Nets should trade Simmons? Who is the best choice to exchange him for him?