Ben Simmons signs with Sacramento Kings following reported New York Knicks interest

Ben Simmons has signed a one-year deal with the Sacramento Kings, ending speculation regarding his potential addition to the New York Knicks. The Knicks had been linked to the three-time All-Star as a potential depth option to bolster their frontcourt roster before training camp. While the team recently re-signed rotation players including Landry Shamet, Jordan Clarkson, and Jose Alvarado, they have been searching for additional frontcourt support following the departure of Mitchell Robinson to the Boston Celtics. Simmons, who sat out the previous season, recently trained with the Australian national team. The move to Sacramento concludes the possibility of Simmons joining the Knicks' roster for the upcoming season.

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