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Ben Simmons to miss entire NBA season after Achilles injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 10:16 AM

Last updated Oct 19, 2026

Ben Simmons to miss entire NBA season after Achilles injury

Summary

Ben Simmons suffered a torn right Achilles tendon during practice, resulting in him being sidelined for the entire 2026-27 NBA season. The injury comes as Simmons, the 2016 top draft pick, was attempting a comeback with the Kings after a year away from basketball. The news arrives amidst a busy sports schedule, including NFL, WNBA, and MLB playoff games scheduled for today.

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Status Watch

•Simmons injures his right Achilles tendon in practice
•Out for the 2026-27 NBA season
•Simmons was returning after a year away from basketball
•Kings expected to adjust their roster plans
•Multiple league games scheduled for today, including playoffs

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