Ben Simmons participates in Australia's minicamp, eyes NBA return
CBS NBA • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 2:51 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Ben Simmons has joined Australia's player-led minicamp aiming for a return to the NBA for the 2026-27 season. After not playing last year due to injuries, Simmons is working to regain his form, hoping to contribute to the Boomers at the 2028 Olympics. He last represented Australia in 2013 and has expressed interest in reuniting with the Philadelphia 76ers after a challenging exit from the team in 2022. A Western Conference team has also offered him a non-guaranteed deal for an upcoming minicamp. Simmons' competitive career saw him average 5.0 points, 5.6 assists, and 4.7 rebounds in the 2024-25 season.
- •Simmons joins Australia's minicamp, starting Monday.
- •He aims to return to the NBA for the 2026-27 season.
- •Simmons hasn't played for Australia since 2013.
- •He averaged 5.0 points and 4.7 rebounds in 2024-25.
- •A Western Conference team has offered him a minicamp deal.
- 2:51 PMCBS NBA — Ben Simmons eyeing NBA comeback as he plays with Australian national team
"Ben Simmons joined Australia's player-led minicamp with the hopes of returning to the NBA this season
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