Sacramento Kings’ Ben Simmons suffers season-ending torn right Achilles

Ben Simmons has suffered a devastating setback on the eve of his NBA return with the Sacramento Kings.
An MRI confirmed a torn right Achilles tendon, ending his 2026-27 season.

Simmons sustained the injury during Sunday’s practice, with initial fears already pointing toward a significant Achilles injury. Further testing confirmed the season-ending diagnosis.

The injury is a brutal turn for Simmons after an impressive training camp and preseason following his lengthy rehabilitation from back surgeries.