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Ben Simmons Calls Ex-76ers GM Daryl Morey a ‘Snake’ in His ESPN Documentary Moments Before Heartbreaking Achilles Injury

Ben Simmons had an extremely difficult Sunday with his past in Philadelphia returning to the spotlight. Hours later, another setback threatened his future in the NBA.

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Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 4:39 AM

Key Things to Know

Ben Simmons criticized Daryl Morey in a documentary, calling him a 'snake' who forced him out of Philadelphia.
Simmons claimed Morey made promises involving James Harden to facilitate his departure from the 76ers.
Simmons suffered a season-ending torn right Achilles tendon during a Sacramento Kings practice.

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Ben Simmons strongly criticized former Philadelphia 76ers executive Daryl Morey in the ESPN E60 documentary 'Being Ben', labeling him untrustworthy and calling him a 'snake.' Simmons accused Morey of trying to force him out of Philadelphia and making promises involving James Harden, which ultimately led to Simmons' trade to the Brooklyn Nets.

The public comments coincided with a major setback for Simmons, who suffered a season-ending torn right Achilles tendon during practice with the Sacramento Kings. Simmons had recently signed a one-year, $3.5 million deal with Sacramento to restart his NBA career before the injury occurred.

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