DALLAS — So much for the Brooklyn Nets' refusal to listen to trade overtures for James Harden ahead of Thursday's NBA trade deadline.
The Nets are now open to discussing a deal for disgruntled 76ers point guard Ben Simmons, a league source confirmed. The Athletic first reported the news. The hope is that a deal could be on the horizon, but sources say that both sides are playing possum at the moment.
Meanwhile, the Minnesota Timberwolves have wanted to make a deal for Simmons for some time. They're also open to trading for Tobias Harris along with Simmons, again according to The Athletic. The Timberwolves, however, are unwilling to part with as many draft picks as the Sixers would expect in a deal. As a result, there hasn't been much traction.
