The folks behind the "New England Sports Network" YouTube channel put together a clip from their "Hold My Banner" show that has hosts Kasey Hudson and Ountae Campbell taking a closer look at what such a deal might actually look like in practice, and what effects it might have.

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,

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.

Simmons would help plug a couple of gaps within the Celtics rotation. He could ease the loss of Jrue Holiday due to his defensive versatility, and he could help eat some of the playmaking load Jayson Tatum was forced to vacate due to an Achilles tendon injury.

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

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

Needless to say, neither of these offseason news items went over well with a large portion of the Boston faithful.