NBA Trade Rumors: 3 trade packages Sacramento Kings could offer to Philadelphia 76ers for Ben Simmons

#2 Direct swap involving De'Aaron Fox

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The Sacramento Kings view De'Aaron Fox as their franchise point guard, and usually, a franchise refrains from involving a player of that quality in trade talks. However, with Ben Simmons available this summer, the Kings might have to entertain the possibility of sending De'Aaron Fox the other way.

Fox is an athletic point guard with a well-rounded skill-set. He would be a nice addition to the Philadelphia 76ers. Fox has the right blend of scoring and playmaking prowess and can hold his own at the defensive end.

If the Sacramento Kings do indeed decide to part ways with Fox, they will be in a better position to build an ideal team around Simmons. Sending Fox away means they would be able to keep hold of Buddy Hield, whose game complements Simmons' perfectly.

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#1 Tyrese Haliburton + Harrison Barnes + #9 pick in 2021 NBA draft

Milwaukee Bucks vs Sacramento Kings

One more lucrative package the Sacramento Kings could present the Philadelphia 76ers is that of sophomore guard Tyrese Haliburton, veteran forward Harrison Barnes and the #9 pick.

Harrison Barnes is coming off a brilliant year, having averaged 16 points and six rebounds on 39% shooting from the deep. Barnes could be a solid starter on a contending team, a role he is familiar with from his days with the Golden State Warriors.

Haliburton, too, had a strong campaign in just his debut season in the NBA. The young point guard was also a nominee for the NBA Rookie of the Year honors, but eventually lost out to LaMelo Ball. The Sacramento Kings hold Haliburton in high regard, but losing him will be a cost they might have to bear if they want to sign Ben Simmons.

The Sacramento Kings were nowhere near realizing their goal of making the playoffs this season, so Ben Simmons' addition could help them achieve that target. Simmons himself might be looking for a fresh start after a few tense years with the Philadelphia 76ers, so a successful marriage could be on the cards.