Ben Simmons Returns to NBA | Sacramento Kings News

Ben Simmons is back in the NBA after a full season away, signing a one-year, up to $3.5M deal with the Sacramento Kings — a risky but hopeful move for both player and team. After two back surgeries and a turbulent 2024-25 campaign split between Brooklyn and LA, Simmons faces an uphill battle to reclaim his All-Star form. Former champ Richard Jefferson believes he still has the talent to be an All-Star — even an All-Defensive player — despite the doubters. With rookies Darius Acuff Jr. and Malik Monk also vying for PG minutes, Simmons must prove he’s still elite in training camp, starting Sept. 29. Can he silence critics and rediscover his game? Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3d65ceafb7b0b98e