Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (3) defends LA Clippers guard/forward Ben Simmons (25) during the first half at the Delta Center. Mandatory

The LA Clippers made one of the most substantial signings of the buyout market cycle this NBA season, taking a chance on former first-overall pick Ben Simmons. The 6-foot-10 point guard has been counted out by many through an injury-ridden career,

Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; LA Clippers guard/forward Ben Simmons (25) dunks over Utah Jazz center Kyle Filipowski (22) during the first half at the Delta Center. Man

During his introductory press conference on Monday, Simmons expressed optimism about his new team and explained why he chose the Clippers.

Ben Simmons shines on his Los Angeles Clippers debut as they win in overtime against the Utah Jazz.

The Dallas Mavericks were reportedly interested in signing Ben Simmons but were unable to compete in the buyout market due to salary-cap limitations, according to NBA insider Marc Stein. Simmons signed with the Los Angeles Clippers shortly after his buyout by the Brooklyn Nets.

The Los Angeles Clippers will be severely shorthanded as they attempt to snap a two-game skid on Monday against the Detroit Pistons. Kawhi Leonard, Norman Powell and Ben Simmons will all be sidelined for the road matchup on the second night of a back-to-back.

NBA insider Jake Fischer believes the Philadelphia 76ers were considering signing Ben Simmons before the former No. 1 overall pick signed with the Los Angeles Clippers.

Ben Simmons gets a fresh start with the Clippers, but his durability remains the biggest question in his bid to revive his career.

Just as the Clippers parted ways with the former Sixers PJ Tucker and Mo Bamba, Simmons joined the organization after reaching a buyout with the Brooklyn Nets. Simmons joined form

The Brooklyn Nets and Ben Simmons previously agreed to a contract buyout, which led to Simmons signing with the Los Angeles Clippers. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, league sources said that the Dallas Mavericks were interested in pursuing Simmons before he signed with the Clippers.