Three-time All-Star Ben Simmons has been heavily linked to the Knicks in recent weeks. However, as Newsday’s Steve Popper reports, Simmons appears to be a ‘long shot’ for the Knicks, noting that options such as Malcolm Brogdon, Russel Westbrook and Chris Paul are also in the mix, but also not seen as likely.

Anthony Towns, Mikal Bridges, and O.G. Anunoby forming a formidable core, the Knicks can turn to trades and savvy buyout acquisitions to fortify their championship roster.