Likewise, if he agrees to a buyout with the Nets this winter, something that is reportedly in the works according to Shams Charania, he'll immediately have multiple suitors. In fact, the Los Angeles Clippers and Cleveland Cavaliers are already circling, per Charania.

Status: Currently rostered by the Pelicans after he was traded by the Raptors. He is not able to sign with any team currently a team in the luxury tax apron. He is not currently considered a buyout candidate, per Jake Fischer.

With the NBA trade deadline passed, it’s now on to the buyout market. Ben Simmons could very well be on it. The Nets have been speaking with Simmons about a potential buyout, and the former All-Star is expected to have robust options to pick from if an agreement is reached and he becomes a free agent.