"Ben Simmons gave back almost $1.1M in his buyout from the Brooklyn Nets, a league source told @spotrac," Smith wrote on X. "This reflects the amount Simmons will recoup when he signs a prorated veteran minimum deal with the LA Clippers.

Point Guard Ben Simmons reportedly intends to sign with the Los Angeles Clippers. Simmons, 28, last played for the Brooklyn Nets. He agreed to a contract buyout with the Nets.