Ben Simmons is back in the NBA. How crazy is that? Simmons, the former top pick, has inked a new one-year, $3.5 million deal with the Sacramento Kings.
According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Simmons is healthy after injuries stuck around for a while in his back and legs. Simmons is now believed to suppor tthe Kings and back up rookie Darius Acuff Jr., with the possibility of stepping back into his prime.
Simmons was first drafted by the 76ers in 2016.
> Simmons traveled to visit the Kings in Sacramento on Monday, undergoing in-depth medical exams, an on-court workout and meetings with coach Doug Christie and other staffers, sources said. In late August, Simmons also worked out for general manager Scott Perry and met with Perry… [https://t.co/27tzlWXjXf](https://t.co/27tzlWXjXf)
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> — Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) [September 4, 2026](https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/2095869070469939490?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)