Ben Simmons is once again without representation as he considers his NBA future. According to Marc Stein, agent Bernie Lee has formally removed himself from the NBPA union ledger, leaving Simmons without an agent.

The 28-year-old guard-forward split last season between the Brooklyn Nets and Los Angeles Clippers, finishing out the final year of his maximum contract. Now, with free agency interest limited, Simmons is at a career crossroads.

Knicks Interest and Retirement Rumors

Simmons has drawn interest from the New York Knicks and one other unnamed team this offseason, according to Stefan Bondy of the New York Post. However, Bondy also reported that Simmons is seriously weighing retirement, a stunning possibility for the former No. 1 overall pick.

For the Knicks, Simmons could provide defensive versatility and playmaking depth, though his injury history and inconsistency remain concerns.

A History of Agent Moves

Simmons’ representation has been a story of its own. He originally signed with Rich Paul and Klutch Sports, where he secured a five-year, $177 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers. But after his first season with the Nets, Simmons parted ways with Klutch in 2023.

He quickly aligned with Bernie Lee, but that partnership has now ended, leaving Simmons in limbo both on and off the court.

What’s Next for Simmons?

Whether Simmons pursues a comeback with the Knicks, signs with another franchise, or opts for retirement, his decision will have ripple effects across the NBA.

The Knicks, already building around Jalen Brunson and a contending roster, may see Simmons as a low-risk depth signing — but only if he is committed to reviving his career.

For Simmons, the next step may define whether he is remembered as a once-promising star who faded early, or as a comeback story waiting to be written.

LeBron James has officially committed to at least one more season with the Los Angeles Lakers, exercising his massive $52.6 million player option for the 2025–26 NBA campaign. The decision ends weeks of speculation about whether the four-time NBA champion would extend his stay in Los Angeles, where he has spent the last seven seasons and brought the franchise back into championship contention.

But while LeBron remains focused on chasing another ring, his growing influence beyond basketball is hard to ignore. The 40-year-old superstar has become a global sports and business figure, with one of his most prominent ventures being his investment in Liverpool FC—a club that has just turned the football world upside down with a record-breaking transfer window.

Liverpool’s Summer of Super-Spending

This weekend, transfer insider Fabrizio Romano confirmed Liverpool’s capture of Alexander Isak from Newcastle United for a staggering £125 million ($146.2M), a fee that could rise to £130M with add-ons. This blockbuster came only weeks after the Reds signed Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen for £116M, pushing their total summer outlay to a British-record £451.2M ($565M).

The spending spree has not gone unnoticed. Rival fans, already critical of Liverpool’s transfer firepower, took to social media to question the club’s financial muscle. Even New York Knicks guard Josh Hart, a Chelsea supporter, chimed in with a cheeky jab on X:

“Liverpool got a money printer in Anfield?”

Despite the eye-popping figures, Liverpool has offset some of the costs through player sales. The departures of Luis Diaz, Darwin Nunez, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Caoimhin Kelleher, Jarell Quansah, Tyler Morton, and Ben Doakhave brought in nearly £190M ($222.3M). Still, the net investment reflects the Reds’ ambition to dominate both domestically and in Europe.

What Does This Mean for LeBron?

For LeBron, Liverpool’s rise underlines the potential of his off-court investments. As he enters what could be the twilight of his NBA career, his role as part-owner of one of the world’s most valuable football clubs adds another layer to his legacy. Some analysts have begun to speculate: could James eventually pivot fully into football ownership once he retires from basketball?

With Liverpool building a team poised for greatness and LeBron continuing his pursuit of NBA glory, the connection between his two sporting worlds has never been more intriguing.

The New York Knicks shocked the NBA world by firing Tom Thibodeau after a run to the Eastern Conference Finals, but not everyone agrees with the decision. One of his former players, Donte DiVincenzo, made it crystal clear just how much respect he still has for his ex-coach.

DiVincenzo only spent one season under Thibodeau in New York (2023-24) before being shipped to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the blockbuster Karl-Anthony Towns trade. Despite the brief stint, the sharpshooting guard wasted no time making his feelings known in Minnesota’s locker room.

According to Fred Katz of The Athletic, when players around the league were informally debating the “worst coach in the NBA,” DiVincenzo shut down any criticism of his former coach with a fiery, NSFW declaration:

“You motherfers better not say Tom Thibodeau. He’s the fing best.”

DiVincenzo’s Career Year Under Thibs

The 2023-24 campaign with the Knicks was the best season of DiVincenzo’s career. Thibodeau entrusted him with a bigger role, and he responded with career-high averages of 15.5 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game, while also shooting an impressive 40.1% from three.

That leap cemented DiVincenzo as one of the league’s top perimeter threats, proving Thibodeau’s system helped maximize his skill set.

From Knicks to Wolves, But Loyalty Remains

Even after being dealt to Minnesota, DiVincenzo never wavered in his support for Thibodeau. His emphatic defense of his former coach highlights the lasting respect Thibodeau commands from players, even when front offices decide to move in a different direction.