India, Oct. 19 -- Sacramento Kings guard Ben Simmons has suffered a major setback ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season after tearing his right Achilles tendon during practice. The injury has dealt a crushing blow to the Australian's hopes of making a fresh start in Sacramento after missing the entire previous campaign.

The Kings confirmed the injury after an MRI revealed a torn right Achilles tendon. Simmons will undergo surgery, with the franchise stating that further updates will be provided when appropriate.

Simmons' injury occurred during a live drill in practice, just three days before Sacramento's regular-season opener against the Los Angeles Clippers on October 21.

While the Kings have not announced a detailed recovery timeline, the ...