Ben Simmons finalizing contract buyout with Nets

NEW YORK — The Ben Simmons saga in Brooklyn is nearing its end. League sources confirmed to the New York Daily News that the 6-10 guard is finalizing a contract buyout with the Nets and is set to become a free agent. He will not be with the team during Friday’s matchup against the Miami Heat at Barclays Center. Simmons, 28, has averaged 6.2 points, 5.2 rebounds and 6.9 assists in 33 ...