Sports · October 19, 2026
Sources: Kings guard Simmons believed to have torn Achilles tendon
Sacramento Kings guard Ben Simmons has suffered a torn right Achilles tendon during a live practice drill on Sunday, October 18, 2026. The injury was confirmed by an MRI and will require surgery, likely sidelining Simmons for the entire 2026-27 season. The 30-year-old former No. 1 overall pick and three-time All-Star had recently signed a one-year, $3.5 million deal with Sacramento in an attempt to return to the NBA after sitting out the 2025-26 season due to injuries. The injury occurred just days before the Kings' season opener against the Los Angeles Clippers.
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Ben Simmons suffered a torn right Achilles tendon during practice on Sunday.
- The injury was confirmed by an MRI.
- Simmons will undergo surgery.
- Simmons signed a one-year, $3.5 million contract with the Kings last month.
- The injury occurred shortly before the start of the 2026-27 NBA season.
Reported by only some outlets
- Simmons' contract was reportedly non-guaranteed with a $1 million payout for making the opening night roster.
- Simmons sat out the entire 2025-26 season.
- Simmons appeared in two preseason games this year.
- Simmons averaged 10.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 4.0 assists in the preseason.
- The Knicks and Warriors reportedly had interest in Simmons before he signed with Sacramento.
Confirmed
- Ben Simmons tore his right Achilles tendon.
- The injury occurred during a Sacramento Kings practice drill.
- An MRI confirmed the tear.
- Simmons signed a $3.5 million one-year deal with Sacramento.
Reported
- Simmons' contract was non-guaranteed and would pay $1 million for making the opening night roster. (New York Post)
- The New York Knicks and Golden State Warriors showed interest in Simmons before he signed with Sacramento. (CBS Sports (citing The Athletic))
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