Sacramento Kings guard Ben Simmons has returned to the team facility as he works through a lengthy rehabilitation process following a major injury, according to “reporting by ClutchPoints”.
Simmons suffered a torn Achilles tendon during a team practice in October after signing a one-year contract with Sacramento in September 2026, per “local coverage”.
The veteran guard was recently spotted attending a team practice and speaking with general manager Scott Perry, according to “reporter Brenden Nunes”.
Head coach Doug Christie had previously confirmed that Simmons has spent time around the organization during his recovery, as noted by “the publication”.
Before the injury ended his season, the 30-year-old player appeared to be building momentum during the preseason, including a performance against the San Antonio Spurs where he recorded 14 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists, according to “the reports”.
An MRI subsequently confirmed a rupture in his right Achilles tendon, and Simmons underwent surgery shortly afterward, per “team updates”.
Despite another significant setback, Simmons has made clear that he intends to return to the NBA next season, according to “reports detailing his interview with Andscape”.
Simmons stated to Andscape’s Marc J. Spears, “‘My mentality is that I’ll be back.’”
Simmons added in the interview, “‘I’ll do everything in my power to get back, get healthy and be better than I was before.’”
The former No. 1 overall pick explained that he had to immediately decide whether to commit to another difficult recovery, noting, “‘For me, it was just choosing and making that decision to keep going and fighting.’”
Simmons further detailed the choice to proceed, stating, “‘I felt there is no other option. For me, it was like, ‘Let’s go.’ Surgery and start the rehab process.’”
The player remains confident in his ability to contribute once healthy despite his history of injuries, according to “the sources”.