DALLAS — So much for the Brooklyn Nets’ refusal to listen to trade overtures for James Harden ahead of Thursday’s NBA trade deadline. The Nets are now open to discussing a deal for disgruntled 76ers point guard Ben Simmons, a league source confirmed. The Athletic first reported the news. The hope is that a deal could be on the horizon, but sources say that both sides are playing possum at the moment. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Timberwolves have wanted to make a deal for Simmons for some time. They’re also open to trading for Tobias Harris along with Simmons, again according to The Athletic. The …
