Ben Simmons is currently away from the Philadelphia 76ers, citing he's not mentally ready to play. While he can't increase his trade value on the court, here are three potential trade destinations that make sense:

Portland Trail Blazers

• Could fit as a point forward alongside Lillard and McCollum
• Would require trading Covington, rotation pieces, and multiple first-round picks
• Would significantly improve their defense, addressing a long-standing weakness
• Deal likely needs to include McCollum to work financially
• Low probability but intriguing fit

Minnesota Timberwolves

• Would complement emerging stars Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns
• Could center deal around D'Angelo Russell, giving 76ers needed late-game scoring
• Russell's scoring ability would help 76ers avoid relying on Embiid in isolation
• Minnesota showing improvement and Simmons could elevate their ceiling
• More realistic destination with mutual benefits

Sacramento Kings

• Could keep core pieces (Fox, Haliburton, Barnes) while adding Simmons
• Have tradeable young talent and veterans (Holmes, Hield, Harkless)
• Haven't made playoffs in 15 years despite lower barrier to entry
• Current squad showing promise in competitive Western Conference
• Simmons could be final piece to end playoff drought

Any trade partner would be acquiring Simmons based on his last performance in the Hawks playoff series, as he remains away from basketball activities.

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