Ben Simmons’ Achilles Injury Ends Comeback Attempt for Upcoming Season
Kings guard Ben Simmons tore his right Achilles tendon during practice, requiring surgery and ending his comeback attempt for the upcoming season.
Orlando Daytona Beach Melbourne, FL, October 18, 2026 —
Kings guard Ben Simmons tore his right Achilles tendon during practice, an injury that requires surgery and ends his comeback attempt for the upcoming season. The available information does not specify when the injury occurred or where the practice took place.
The reported injury interrupts Simmons’ effort to return for the season ahead. No further details were provided about the circumstances of the tear, when surgery is expected to take place, or what the procedure will involve. The information also does not identify a recovery timeline or say whether Simmons could return to play at a later date.
The team’s statement, if any, was not included in the information provided. It likewise did not specify whether Simmons had been participating fully in practice before the injury or describe the stages of his comeback attempt. Those details cannot be confirmed from the available account.
What is known is limited to the injury, its reported effect on the upcoming season and the need for surgery: Simmons tore his right Achilles tendon during practice, and the injury ends his planned comeback for that season. The team, the player or medical staff may provide additional information, but no further update was included in the account. Until more details are available, the timing of surgery, the expected recovery period and any plans beyond the upcoming season remain unspecified.
Story summarized from the original created by Josh Dubow, Associated Press on www.clickorlando.com, see more information here.
