Draymond Green supports Ben Simmons following one-year deal with Sacramento Kings

Draymond Green publicly backed Ben Simmons after the Sacramento Kings signed the former three-time All-Star to a one-year, $3.5 million contract. Simmons, who sat out last season as an unrestricted free agent, reportedly spent the summer working out to address previous back injuries. Green described the signing as a positive step for both the player and the organization, noting that Simmons expressed a renewed enthusiasm for basketball during their recent conversations. Beyond individual performance, Green suggested the presence of the veteran guard could provide guidance for Sacramento rookie Darius Acuff Jr. The Golden State Warriors star also noted that having a high-profile player on the roster may help alleviate some of the initial pressure on the team’s young talent. The contract follows a period where Simmons focused on physical recovery after his tenure with the Philadelphia 76ers.

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