[Stein] The Toronto Raptors have reportedly "expressed some interest" in a potential trade for Philadelphia 76ers point guard Ben Simmons.

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The Toronto Raptors have reportedly "expressed some interest" in a potential trade for Philadelphia 76ers point guard Ben Simmons.

Substack's Marc Stein reported Friday on Chad Ford's NBA Big Board podcast the Raptors are exploring whether there's "a way" to get Simmons from the Sixers.

The 25-year-old LSU product has been rumored as a potential trade candidate since Philly was knocked out of the playoffs by the Atlanta Hawks in the second round. The three-time All-Star scored just 19 points over the final three games of that series.

Although he's been linked to numerous teams, a deal has never seemed imminent, and the Sixers' asking price is likely the reason why.

Connor Letourneau of the San Francisco Chronicle reported Friday that Philadelphia is seeking a "massive haul" headlined by an All-Star-level player to move Simmons.