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Kawhi Leonard has heartfelt reaction after learning of Ben Simmons’ Achilles tear

Ben Simmons is out for the season after suffering an Achilles tear, and Toronto Raptors star Kawhi Leonard had a strong message of support. Leonard was

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Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 11:07 PM

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Kawhi Leonard expressed sympathy for Ben Simmons, calling his Achilles tear sad and encouraging him to keep grinding.
Ben Simmons tore his Achilles in practice and will miss the entire season for the Sacramento Kings.
Simmons had signed a one-year deal with Sacramento and was reportedly expected to start on opening day.

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Kawhi Leonard shared a supportive reaction after learning that Ben Simmons suffered a torn Achilles tendon. When asked on Monday about the setback, Leonard called the news sad and encouraged Simmons to keep grinding through his recovery.

Simmons sustained the injury during a weekend practice with the Sacramento Kings, who had signed him to a one-year deal. The tear sidelines him for the entire upcoming season, delaying his planned comeback after not playing since the 2024-25 campaign.

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