Ben Simmons to appear in documentary on ESPN ahead of new season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 11:17 PM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026
Former Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons will be featured in an upcoming E:60 documentary titled 'Being Ben,' set to air on ESPN on October 18 at 4 PM ET. The documentary will into his experiences during a tumultuous period with the 76ers and his recent career transitions. Simmons, the No. 1 pick in the 2016 draft, faced significant challenges after his trade request and subsequent inactivity in the 2025-26 season. He recently signed with the Sacramento Kings. This documentary aims to provide insight into his basketball journey and challenges.
- •Ben Simmons will be featured in the documentary 'Being Ben' on ESPN.
- •The documentary airs on October 18 at 4 PM ET.
- •Simmons recently signed with the Sacramento Kings.
- •He faced a challenging career period following his trade request from the 76ers.
- •Simmons did not play in the 2025-26 season.
- 11:17 PMYahoo Sports — Former 76ers star Ben Simmons to feature in documentary before season
"Former Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons will be featured in a new documentary on ESPN before the season.
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