Ben Simmons
#25 · G · Sacramento Kings
Ruled Out — Out
Returns in 337 days
Recent Form & Trends
Top 5 stats — last-10-game averages, how often they beat the line, the direction they're trending, and how this year stacks up against seasons past.
Points
Line 1
2024-25
0.8
Rebounds
Line 1.5
2024-25
1.4
Assists
Line 1
2024-25
0.8
Steals
Line 0
2024-25
0.2
Blocks
Line 1
2024-25
0.8
Last 10 Games
| Game | Opp | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals | Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 30L | @ DEN | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Apr 26L | vs DEN | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Apr 25W | vs DEN | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Apr 22W | @ DEN | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Apr 19L | @ DEN | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Green = beat the listed line that game. Information only — no predictions or recommendations.
Situational SplitsReal · ESPN
How this player performs by situation this season — home vs road, conference matchups and on rest.
| Split | GP | MIN | FG | FG% | 3PT | 3P% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home | 18 | 19.4 | 1.8-3.6 | 51.6 | 0.0-0.0 | 0.0 |
| Road | 33 | 23.3 | 2.5-4.8 | 52.2 | 0.0-0.0 | 0.0 |
| vs. Conference | 31 | 21.8 | 2.0-3.9 | 52.5 | 0.0-0.0 | 0.0 |
| 3+ Days Rest | 11 | 22.1 | 2.6-4.4 | 60.4 | 0.0-0.0 | 0.0 |
Market ContextSample
Illustrative player-prop lines & cross-book movement — this widget uses sample data until a live market/props feed is connected. Real game odds are on the Live Lines page. Information only, not a recommendation.
Points
opened at 20.5
Cross-Book Comparison
Injury & Status History
A running log of this player's status changes — each entry links to the original source.
Ben Simmons — Out
Simmons had a quality preseason, averaging 10.5 points, 4.0 rebounds and 4.0 assists over 17.4 minutes per contest (two games). The 30-year-old was on track to suit up for the Kings on opening night, though those plans were halted after he suffered a torn Achilles tendon during practice. Now, Simmons will focus on rehab. However, it's unknown what the future holds regarding his career in the NBA.
Cruel Achilles injury has killed the Ben Simmons comeback Australia was dying to see
For the first time in years, Ben Simmons had given us a reason to believe. That's what made the news of his Achilles injury hit so heavily -- he'd started to answer a question that had followed him for half a decade, Olgun Uluc writes.
Kings guard Ben Simmons, 30, has torn Achilles tendon, will undergo surgery
Kings guard Ben Simmons has sustained a torn Achilles tendon and will undergo surgery, the team announced Sunday, an injury that is likely season-ending for the 30-year-old veteran who authored an impressive training camp on short notice for Sacramento.
Ben Simmons — Out
Simmons was seemingly poised for a comeback campaign after being out of the league following the 2024-25 season, but his return will be delayed due to a suspected Achilles tear suffered during practice. A heartbreaking development for the 30-year-old pro, who was performing at a high level throughout the preseason and expected to start on Opening Night. His injury figures to impact the Kings' offensive plan, likely resulting in more ball-handling responsibilities for rookie Darius Acuff.
Ben Simmons — Day-To-Day
Simmons will get the night off Tuesday. His final chance to play in the preseason will come against the Spurs on Friday.
Ben Simmons — Day-To-Day
Simmons is aiming to play all 82 games this season after struggling to stay healthy in recent years. The veteran last appeared in more than 51 games during the 2020-21 campaign, when he played 58 contests for Philadelphia. His projected starting role alongside Acuff is encouraging for his fantasy outlook, particularly given his playmaking and rebounding ability, though his durability remains a significant concern.
Ben Simmons — Day-To-Day
Simmons is not yet ready to make his preseason debut. However, it seems he's in line to take the court for Sacramento's upcoming exhibition Saturday against the Warriors, per Marc J. Spears of ESPN.com. The Kings should have a better idea of his status for Saturday as tipoff nears.
Ben Simmons — Day-To-Day
Simmons will be held out Monday as the Kings remain committed to ramping up the 30-year-old slowly. He could make his preseason debut either Thursday against the Lakers or Saturday against the Warriors.
Ben Simmons — Day-To-Day
There is no injury to report, but Spears is hearing that the Kings want to ramp him up cautiously. The point forward is targeting a return Oct. 8 against the Lakers or Oct. 10 against Golden State.
News & Status Timeline
Ben Simmons — Out
Simmons had a quality preseason, averaging 10.5 points, 4.0 rebounds and 4.0 assists over 17.4 minutes per contest (two games). The 30-year-old was on track to suit up for the Kings on opening night, though those plans were halted after he suffered a torn Achilles tendon during practice. Now, Simmons will focus on rehab. However, it's unknown what the future holds regarding his career in the NBA.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Cruel Achilles injury has killed the Ben Simmons comeback Australia was dying to see
For the first time in years, Ben Simmons had given us a reason to believe. That's what made the news of his Achilles injury hit so heavily -- he'd started to answer a question that had followed him for half a decade, Olgun Uluc writes.
ESPN ↗Kings guard Ben Simmons, 30, has torn Achilles tendon, will undergo surgery
Kings guard Ben Simmons has sustained a torn Achilles tendon and will undergo surgery, the team announced Sunday, an injury that is likely season-ending for the 30-year-old veteran who authored an impressive training camp on short notice for Sacramento.
ESPN ↗Ben Simmons — Out
Simmons was seemingly poised for a comeback campaign after being out of the league following the 2024-25 season, but his return will be delayed due to a suspected Achilles tear suffered during practice. A heartbreaking development for the 30-year-old pro, who was performing at a high level throughout the preseason and expected to start on Opening Night. His injury figures to impact the Kings' offensive plan, likely resulting in more ball-handling responsibilities for rookie Darius Acuff.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Ben Simmons — Day-To-Day
Simmons will get the night off Tuesday. His final chance to play in the preseason will come against the Spurs on Friday.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Ben Simmons — Day-To-Day
Simmons is aiming to play all 82 games this season after struggling to stay healthy in recent years. The veteran last appeared in more than 51 games during the 2020-21 campaign, when he played 58 contests for Philadelphia. His projected starting role alongside Acuff is encouraging for his fantasy outlook, particularly given his playmaking and rebounding ability, though his durability remains a significant concern.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Ben Simmons — Day-To-Day
Simmons is not yet ready to make his preseason debut. However, it seems he's in line to take the court for Sacramento's upcoming exhibition Saturday against the Warriors, per Marc J. Spears of ESPN.com. The Kings should have a better idea of his status for Saturday as tipoff nears.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Ben Simmons — Day-To-Day
Simmons will be held out Monday as the Kings remain committed to ramping up the 30-year-old slowly. He could make his preseason debut either Thursday against the Lakers or Saturday against the Warriors.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Ben Simmons — Day-To-Day
There is no injury to report, but Spears is hearing that the Kings want to ramp him up cautiously. The point forward is targeting a return Oct. 8 against the Lakers or Oct. 10 against Golden State.
ESPN Injury Report ↗