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Sixers add scoring guard Anfernee Simons on two-year deal
sports9 days ago

Sixers add scoring guard Anfernee Simons on two-year deal

The Philadelphia 76ers agreed to a two-year, $12.3 million contract with free-agent Anfernee Simons, likely using most of their taxpayer mid-level exception to bolster the bench after last season’s scoring shortfalls. Simons averaged 14.3 PPG on 38.5% shooting from three in 24.9 minutes per game across a split season with the Celtics and Bulls, providing shooting punch that could ease development for rookie Labaron Philon Jr. and influence other signings; if he succeeds in Philadelphia, he could pursue free agency next year.

Celtics upgrade frontline with Vučević in Bulls deal for Simons
top-stories5 months ago

Celtics upgrade frontline with Vučević in Bulls deal for Simons

The Boston Celtics are trading for Nikola Vučević from the Chicago Bulls in a deal that sends guard Anfernee Simons to Chicago, plus second-round picks. Vučević will immediately slot in as Boston’s starter at center, boosting the frontline for the playoff push and providing financial flexibility as both players head into free agency this summer.

Celtics land Vucevic, Bulls snag Simons in three-team swap
nba5 months ago

Celtics land Vucevic, Bulls snag Simons in three-team swap

Boston sends Nikola Vucevic to Boston? Correction: Boston acquires Nikola Vucevic from Chicago in a three-team trade with Detroit and Minnesota, while Chicago lands Anfernee Simons (and Jaden Ivey) as part of the deal. Boston also receives a 2027 Denver second-round pick and will cut more than $22 million off its projected tax bill thanks to Vucevic’s expiring contract, plus a new traded-player exception; Chicago retools its guard-heavy roster around the incoming Simons and Ivey amid a favorable 2026 second-round pick landing.

Trail Blazers Finalize Jrue Holiday Trade Amid Medical Concerns
sports1 year ago

Trail Blazers Finalize Jrue Holiday Trade Amid Medical Concerns

The Portland Trail Blazers traded Anfernee Simons to the Boston Celtics for Jrue Holiday, with the deal now involving no draft picks after a review of Holiday's medicals led to a slight modification of the original terms. Holiday, a two-time NBA champion, is set to wear No. 5 in Portland and has a substantial contract, while Simons, a key player for the Blazers, averaged 19.3 points last season.

Celtics' Trade of Holiday and Porziņģis Sparks Ongoing NBA Shakeup
sports1 year ago

Celtics' Trade of Holiday and Porziņģis Sparks Ongoing NBA Shakeup

Oregon Senate Republican Leader Daniel Bonham criticized the Portland Trail Blazers' recent trade of Anfernee Simons for Jrue Holiday, expressing concern over the team's management and emphasizing the franchise's cultural and economic importance to Oregon, while supporting efforts to keep the team in Portland amid potential sale and relocation discussions.

Blazers' Draft Dilemma: Top Prospects and Potential Picks at No. 7
sports2 years ago

Blazers' Draft Dilemma: Top Prospects and Potential Picks at No. 7

The No Ceilings team discusses the Portland Trail Blazers' draft strategy, debating between potential and value. They highlight the excitement around Scoot Henderson, Shaedon Sharpe, and Anfernee Simons, and suggest Portland should consider upside swings with one of their two picks, particularly at #14. They also explore various player options and the idea of taking the best player available at #7.