The Los Angeles Clippers recently signed Ben Simmons, who was bought out of his contract with the Brooklyn Nets - Could he become a mainstay for the organization?

The Los Angeles Clippers recently acquired Ben Simmons after he agreed to a contract buyout with the Brooklyn Nets and cleared waivers. The 28-year-old reportedly prioritized a move to Los Angeles over an offer from the Cleveland Cavaliers ( via ESPN's Shams Charania ).

Three-time NBA All-Star Ben Simmons will reportedly join the LA Clippers after he reached a buyout agreement with the Brooklyn Nets.

Ben Simmons is on the move. As ESPN insider Shams Charania reported on Saturday, Simmons is set to sign with the Los Angeles Clippers after clearing waivers. Simmons agreed to a contract buyout with the Brooklyn Nets to become a free agent, and will now get a fresh start on the West Coast.

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Nets players and coaches reacted to Ben Simmons' buyout after the three-time All-Star signed a free agent deal with the Clippers.

Ben Simmons was the first overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft but has failed to live up to expectations. His struggles with injuries have affected his ability to stay consistent, and his mental approach to the game has come under intense scrutiny over the years.

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Ben Simmons has only played one game with his new LA Clippers team, but he's already started turning heads. In Simmons' debut with the Clippers against the Jazz, he put up 12 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists,