Ben Simmons Sustains Season-Ending Achilles Injury Before Kings Debut

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Published: 2026-10-19
Category: sports
Source: NBL / RG.org / The Guardian
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Ben Simmons' anticipated return to the NBA with the Sacramento Kings has been cut short after he tore his right Achilles tendon during a practice drill. This severe injury requires surgery and will sideline him for the entire upcoming season, significantly impacting the Kings' roster and Simmons' career trajectory.

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