Ben Simmons tears Achilles tendon, likely ending NBA comeback before season starts
Ben Simmons suffered a suspected torn Achilles tendon at Sacramento Kings practice Sunday, likely ending his NBA comeback season before it started. The 30-year-old Australian, who impressed in preseason after sitting out 2025-26, was preparing for his first game in over a year. The injury marks the third Achilles tear among NBA players this month.
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Published 18 Oct 2026, 22:53 UTC · Updated 18 Oct 2026, 23:00 UTC
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