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Ben Simmons’ NBA comeback derailed after tearing achilles tendon in practice

Ben Simmons’ highly anticipated return to the NBA has been abruptly halted after suffering a season-ending injury. The Sacramento Kings guard tore his right Achilles tendon during a practice session just three days before the team’s season opener against the Los Angeles Clippers, ending his bid to revive his career midstream.

Simmons, a former No. 1 overall draft pick, had joined the Kings on a one-year deal after multiple setbacks derailed his earlier years in the league, showing early promise in preseason action, including a standout 26-minute performance in a loss to the San Antonio Spurs.

The injury will require surgery, ensuring he misses the start of the regular season and further delays his long-awaited comeback attempt.

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