Ben Simmons returning to NBA: Kings taking upside swing as former No. 1 pick tries to salvage career

Ben Simmons, the 28-year-old former No. 1 NBA draft pick, is making a comeback to the NBA after sitting out the 2025-26 season. The Sacramento Kings are signing Simmons, taking a chance on his upside despite his prolonged absence from the league. The move represents an opportunity for Simmons to revive a career that has been derailed by injury and controversy in recent years.