Simmons Returns, Smith Roars | Sacramento Kings News

Ben Simmons is back in the NBA, signing a one-year, $3.5M deal with the Kings after sitting out last season — and Stephen A. Smith is already firing up his critique, calling Simmons’ return a talking point he never should’ve been, accusing him of prioritizing paychecks over play, even suggesting he should pay the team to compete. Smith’s long-standing beef with Simmons — fueled by past controversies like that wine photo during a playoff loss — resurfaces as Simmons, who turned down offers to heal and even won a pro fishing title while sidelined, steps back onto the court with a chance to prove he’s more than just a paycheck collector. 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/0d71f9321f6925ce