Bucks Eye Simmons as Watson Backup | Milwaukee Bucks News

The Milwaukee Bucks are eyeing a forward upgrade before the summer ends, with free agent Peyton Watson as their top target—but with other teams circling, they’re keeping an option ready: Ben Simmons. After sitting out last season rehabbing, Simmons is drawing interest for his defensive versatility, rebounding, and passing—if he’s healthy. While Watson is the ideal long-term fit, Simmons could offer a budget-friendly short-term boost to Milwaukee’s thin power forward depth. With the league on hold until Watson’s destination is clear, the Bucks may pivot to Simmons if they trim down to 15 players. Either way, forward help is coming—whether it’s the dream signing or a gritty backup. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b046c1f9f6c7875a