According to The Hoops Alerts, Ben Simmons, known for size and versatality is now reportedly expected to sign with the Boston Celtics.

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.

The Boston Celtics should have their answer from one possible intriguing free agent addition in the next week according to one NBA insider. Former Clippers reserve Ben Simmons is expected to decide on his next destination within the next seven days per ESPN’s Brian Windhorst with Boston still looming as a possibility.

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.