The New York Knicks have made plenty of bold moves this offseason, and signing Ben Simmons was a consideration; it was always a long shot.

Despite speculation, the Knicks never extended an offer to the three-time All-Star, according to Stefan Bondy of the New York Post.

Simmons weighs retirement after rejection

The decision not to formally pursue Simmons comes as the 28-year-old weighs retirement rather than attempting another NBA comeback.

Simmons’ story feels almost tragic — once a cornerstone talent, now considering walking away before age thirty.

His rejection of the Knicks coincided with a personal setback, as his longtime agent Bernie Lee dropped him afterward.

Losing both a potential team and representation within weeks paints a bleak picture of his professional standing right

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