Ben Simmons is back in the NBA with the Sacramento Kings on a one-year, $3.5 million deal after a year away from the league. The agreement for the 2026/27 season, which brings the three-time All-Star back onto an NBA roster, was reported by Fadeaway World — NBA and ClutchPoints — NBA.
Comeback deal after a year away
The contract places the Australian guard-forward back on an NBA roster on a short-term, low-cost deal that lets the franchise assess fit without sacrificing future flexibility. The one-year, $3.5 million structure reflects a low-risk market move aimed at restoring on-court value.
Fit in Sacramento
Sacramento adds defensive versatility, ball-handling and rebound-and-go ability with a profile that can complement its perimeter play. If he regains consistent availability, the former All-Star provides secondary playmaking, multi-position defense and quick transition initiation.
Market context
The move is completed as a direct signing in free agency with no trade involved, within the NBA 2026/27 framework. The operation confirms the player's return to the league and reopens his competitive outlook after last season's absence.