
The Brooklyn Nets are buying out Ben Simmons, who was the first overall pick in the NBA draft. Simmons has been a disappointment since joining the team, which occurred as part of the trade involving James Harden. He has not lived up to expectations during his time in Brooklyn. Currently, Simmons is in the final year of his $175 million contract and has averaged just 6 points and 4 rebounds per game while playing for the Nets.