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Ben Simmons Tears Achilles Three Days Before Kings Opener
Ben Simmons confirms torn Achilles tendon injury three days before Kings' season opener.
In brief
Ben Simmons confirms torn Achilles tendon injury three days before Kings' season opener. Ben Simmons suffered a torn Achilles tendon at practice, a suspected season-ending injury, three days before Sacramento Kings' regular season opener. Originally reported by Complex.
Injury Confirmation
Ben Simmons confirmed a torn Achilles tendon injury on Instagram Stories three days before Kings' season opener.
“I've faced challenges before that tested me mentally, physically, and emotionally, and I've found a way through every single one of them.”
Injury Details
ESPN reports Simmons sustained a torn Achilles tendon at practice Sunday, a suspected season-ending injury.
Contract Background
Simmons signed a one-year, $3.5 million deal with Sacramento Kings on Sept. 8 after sitting out 2025-26 season.
Preseason Performance
Simmons peaked with 14 points, eight rebounds, seven assists and a steal in 26 minutes during Kings' Oct. 16 preseason finale.
Season Impact
The injury interrupts Simmons' long injury history and deepens Sacramento Kings' poor 2026 season record.
The headline
Ben Simmons suffered a torn Achilles tendon at practice, a suspected season-ending injury, three days before Sacramento Kings' regular season opener.
