Ben Simmons Expected to Start Opening Night for Sacramento Kings

Sacramento Kings veteran Ben Simmons is projected to remain in the starting lineup alongside rookie guard Darius Acuff for the October 21 regular-season opener against the Clippers. Simmons is aiming to play all 82 games this season after struggling with durability in recent years, having last appeared in more than 51 games during the 2020-21 campaign. His playmaking and rebounding secure a key role, though his health remains a primary concern.