Sacramento’s interest in Simmons signals a quiet rebuild

Ben Simmons’ attempt to return to the NBA gained traction when Sacramento Kings general manager Scott Perry attended one of his workouts in Florida. The visit does not indicate formal interest, but it reflects Sacramento’s willingness to examine every potential addition during a deep rebuild following last season’s 22‑60 record. According to reporter Dave Carmichael, Simmons was among the players Perry specifically wanted to evaluate, offering a chance to assess a former All‑Star who missed the entire 2025/26 season and has struggled for consistency in recent years.

Simmons’ last NBA action came in 2024/25 with Brooklyn and the Clippers, producing modest numbers far from his peak years in Philadelphia. Durability remains the central concern after multiple injury‑affected seasons.

Sacramento, having moved on from DeMar DeRozan and Russell Westbrook, is searching for size, playmaking and defensive versatility. Simmons fits that profile, but his future depends entirely on proving reliability during these workouts.