Ben Simmons pursues NBA return and Australian national team comeback

Ben Simmons is pursuing a professional comeback following a season away from basketball due to back injuries. The 30-year-old former NBA All-Star recently participated in a players-only camp in Melbourne, training alongside Australian basketball figures such as Josh Giddey and Dyson Daniels. This move has fueled speculation regarding a potential return to the Australian national team, the Boomers, for major upcoming events like the 2027 FIBA World Cup or the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Simultaneously, Simmons is seeking a return to the NBA. Sacramento Kings general manager Scott Perry is reportedly traveling to Florida to evaluate Simmons during a workout. The Kings are looking for veteran talent to bolster their roster, and Simmons' defensive capabilities and playmaking skills remain of interest, despite his recent absence from the league.