The New York Knicks are one of the top suitors for Ben Simmons in free agency. Simmons, the No. 1 overall pick from the 2016 NBA Draft, was an All-Star in each

One name to keep an eye on could be former No. 1 overall pick Ben Simmons. He is still available on the free agency market and the Knicks have been connected as a possible suitor.

There have been rumors suggesting that the New York Knicks are interested in acquiring Ben Simmons, a former star whose career hasn't gone as planned. It's unfortunate that things have unfolded the way they have for Simmons, but it's possible that he could figure things out with a new team.

New York Knicks Expected to Get Decision From Former No. 1 Overall Pick Within Next Week originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The New York Knicks had one goal in mind entering the 2025 NBA offseason and it is clear that the goal was to upgrade their depth.

CBS Sports' Sam Quinn recently named the Knicks as the "best fit" for Ben Simmons.

While the Knicks do make some sense for point guard Ben Simmons, the Australian former No. 1 pick who was the Rookie of the Year and a three-time All-Star before his game fell apart after a controversial contract holdout and a back injury,