Ben Simmons Tears Right Achilles During Kings Practice, Ending Season Comeback Attempt
Former Philadelphia 76ers player Ben Simmons tore his right Achilles tendon during Sacramento Kings' practice, requiring surgery and ending his comeback attempt for the season.
Philadelphia, PA, October 18, 2026 —
Former Philadelphia 76ers player Ben Simmons tore his right Achilles tendon during a Sacramento Kings practice, an injury that requires surgery and ends his comeback attempt for the season.
The available information does not specify when the injury occurred or when Simmons is expected to undergo surgery. It also does not identify the season by year or provide details about how the tendon was injured during practice.
The injury halts Simmons’ effort to return to play this season. No further information was provided about the length of his recovery, whether he had been participating in team activities before the injury, or what steps the Kings may take next.
Simmons previously played for the Philadelphia 76ers, according to the information provided. The summary does not include details about his playing history, the circumstances of his move to Sacramento or the status of his comeback before the injury.
The specific date of the practice, the location of the session, and any statement from Simmons or the Kings were not provided. No additional medical details were available beyond the reported tear of his right Achilles tendon and the need for surgery. The only confirmed impact described is that the injury ends his comeback attempt for the season.
Story summarized from the original created by Josh Dubow on www.inquirer.com, see more information here.
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