Ben Simmons Returns to NBA with Kings | Sacramento Kings News

Ben Simmons is back in the NBA on a one-year, $3.5M deal with the Sacramento Kings after sitting out last season due to injuries — and this time, he’s looking healthier, sharper, and ready to prove he’s still the elite playmaker and defender fans once knew. Once the 2016 No. 1 pick and three-time All-Star, Simmons averaged just 5 points, 5 assists, and 5 rebounds last year but boasts career averages of 13/7/7. The Kings saw enough in his workouts and Australia camp to believe he can be a versatile veteran anchor. Can he stay healthy and reclaim his superstar form? His comeback story begins in Sacramento. 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/85b3ccf748330865