The Boston Celtics find themselves in unfamiliar territory this summer. WithJayson Tatum sidelined by an Achilles injury and both Jrue Holiday and KristapsPorzingis out the door, Brad Stevens is pivoting toward a soft reset.

While there have been plenty of very good cases made for why the Boston Celtics ought to sign him, not everyone thinks that the Celtics should risk signing former Los Angeles Clippers backup big man Ben Simmons.

Ben Simmons’ journey around the NBA is continuing, and it’s not clear where he will go next. After splitting last season between the Brooklyn Nets and Los Angeles Clippers, Simmons is on the move again,

Chris Forsberg and Brian Robb react to reports that the Celtics are interested in Ben Simmons, and debate whether the move makes sense for Boston.Forsberg: Simmons the type of ‘random swing' Celtics m

Now, if reports are to be believed, the Celtics have checked in on Ben Simmons, who became an unrestricted free agent earlier this summer after leaving the Los Angeles Clippers. Simmons was once seen as a future MVP candidate due to his elite playmaking, rim finishing and defensive versatility. However, lower back issues have derailed his career.

Explore the current challenges the Boston Celtics face after roster changes, including free agency pursuits amid stiff competition.