India, Sept. 4 -- Ben Simmons is reportedly considering hanging up his boots. The former NBA All-Star and No. 1 pick in the 2016 draft is mulling retirement, as per the New York Post.

"Ben Simmons has generated interest from the Knicks and another team but is also questioning whether he even wants to continue playing in the NBA next season," the publication reported.

The 29-year-old had been compared to the likes of Magic Johnson and LeBron James, when he was starting out, but his career stats tell a different story. Plagued by a chronic back and nerve problems, Simmons has had trouble shooting, and has reportedly suffered a significant 'mental block' after his shooting was criticized.

While Simmons may yet retire, he has been linked t...