It was revealed on Tuesday that Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons is refusing to show up to training camp and wants a trade from the Sixers immediately. While it's basically a foregone conclusion that he's a goner, a report from Jason Dumas of Kron4 News and Bleacher Report claimed that Rich Paul's other client, Tyrese Maxey, would be involved in any package with Simmons. However, it seems that's not actually the case.
Update: Tyrese Maxey is excited about this upcoming year with the Sixers as is Rich Paul and the 76ers. Paul does not want Tyrese out of Philly. However, the Ben Simmons situation is totally separate.
— Jason Dumas (@JDumasReports) September 1, 2021
It's honestly unknown where this reporter got his sources, but it would seem foolish for the Sixers to also move Maxey. After all, their backcourt depth is pretty limited past Simmons. The second-year pro also showed promise in his rookie year, proving to be a stout defender and respectable scorer off Doc Rivers' bench. Plus, his role could be even bigger with the Aussie elsewhere.
Philly will be looking to get quite the return for Ben Simmons but since he's actually made it known that he wants out, they might not get as much as previously desired. However, another guard would undoubtedly be a priority. Damian Lillard had been their number one target this summer, but the Sixers will have to look elsewhere after he made it clear that he plans to stay in Portland for the time being.
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