[Stein] Although league sources concur that Morey is likely to wait until after Dec. 15 to trade Simmons, we should also note that he vowed to take a so-called gap year with family members after his abrupt departure from the Rockets in October 2020. Morey accepted the Sixers’ offer 2 weeks later.

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Although league sources concur that no Simmons trade is imminent and that Morey is likely to wait until after Dec. 15 when more players are eligible to be dealt leaguewide before he pursues a deal with greater intent, we should also note that he vowed to take a so-called gap year with family members after his abrupt departure from the Houston Rockets in October 2020. Morey accepted the Sixers’ offer to take over their front office two weeks later.