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Ben Simmons’ comeback ends after Achilles tear
Ben Simmons will miss the entire season after tearing his right Achilles tendon during a Sacramento Kings practice, three days before the opener. The 30-year-old had signed a one-year deal to revive a career interrupted by injuries and mental-health concerns. Surgery is planned, extending a difficult recovery for the former No. 1 pick and three-time All-Star.
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What matters
- Simmons had shown encouraging flashes during preseason after missing all of last season.
- The Kings expected him to play a key role alongside rookie Darius Acuff and Zach LaVine.
Context & caveats
- The supplied account does not provide a projected timetable beyond ruling Simmons out for the season.
Why this made the edition
A confirmed Achilles tear ending Ben Simmons’ season is a significant injury involving a former No. 1 pick attempting an NBA comeback, and it materially changes Sacramento’s plans just before its opener.
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