Simmons vows return after torn right Achilles confirmed

Hurt at Sunday practice ahead of opener

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 52m1 min read

In a statement via his IG story, Sacramento’s Ben Simmons says in part: “I’ve been knocked down before and I’ve always f Via @TheSteinLine on X

What happened: Kings said an MRI confirmed a torn right Achilles for Simmons. The injury occurred at Sunday practice. Simmons said he has been knocked down before and always found a way up.

Why it matters: Simmons was the same Simmons expected to start the opener for Sacramento. His absence forces the Kings to reset their backcourt rotation entering the 2026-27 season.

What to watch: Sacramento opens the 2026-27 season without its projected starter. Watch for the Kings next rotation update.

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