Staying healthy is key for the entire Kings’ roster, not just Ben Simmons

Writer Ian Goodwillie argues that maintaining roster health must be the top priority for the Sacramento Kings heading into the 2026-2027 NBA season. The team suffered significant injury setbacks throughout the 2025-2026 campaign, leaving major contributors including Keegan Murray, Domantas Sabonis, De'Andre Hunter, and Zach LaVine sidelined for extended stretches, which prevented their projected starting unit from ever playing together.

Goodwillie notes that while injuries remain unpredictable, Sacramento is better prepared to handle potential setbacks due to improved depth drafted and signed by Scott Perry. The writer emphasizes that properly managing minutes for players with notable health histories, such as Ben Simmons, will be vital for maintaining team continuity.