Ben Simmons Diagnosed with Torn Right Achilles

Ben Simmons, a forward/guard for the Sacramento Kings, has been diagnosed with a torn right Achilles, as confirmed by the team. He is set to undergo surgery, which is expected to keep him out for the entire 2026/27 season.

The injury occurred during practice on Sunday, following Simmons' efforts to return to the league after being sidelined since the end of the 2024/25 season due to a back injury. In his two preseason games, he had shown promising performance, averaging 10.5 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 4.0 assists.

This injury poses a significant setback for Simmons, who was anticipated to be a key player in the Kings' starting lineup. The team will need to adjust its strategy, especially since Simmons was expected to play alongside Darius Acuff, Zach LaVine, Keegan Murray, and Domantas Sabonis. This incident marks the third Achilles tear reported in the NBA this preseason.