

NBA:
How does Simmons’ absence from the Knicks alter the team’s defensive ceiling and fantasy upside at guard/forward slots?
Qwiket AI:
Simmons’ size and defensive versatility would have anchored much of the Knicks’ perimeter defense and created a connective offensive nucleus. Without him, the team must lean on multi‑position wings whose fantasy value hinges on defensive stats and transition chances, potentially raising the value of Hart or Clarkson in deeper leagues.
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Brooklyn Nets: