Who is Ben Simmons beyond the conversation about his game? ESPN and Andscape senior NBA writer Marc J. Spears joins Deuce and Mo to discuss “Being Ben,” the new ESPN E60 documentary, and Simmons’ fresh start in Sacramento.

Spears takes us behind the documentary: what drew him to Ben’s story, the process of telling it and what he learned along the way. We also get into why Simmons and the Kings could be a good fit, what Sacramento is getting and what this opportunity could mean for Ben.

Deuce and Mo were LIVE after Kings-Blazers to discuss Sacramento’s fourth preseason game with plenty of key players sitting out. They share their thoughts on the Kings’ preseason approach, break down what looked better in the second half and talk about the players who caught their attention.

Plus, Draymond Green coaching up Darius Acuff, how much upside this Blazers team has and Tyrese Haliburton’s big game against OKC.

Ben Simmons starting for the Kings? ESPN's Marc J. Spears says that Simmons is expected to start on opening night for Sacramento.

Deuce and Mo discuss it, how playing alongside Simmons could help Darius Acuff and the challenges that come with it. They get into the pros and cons, what has to happen for this group to click and how the Kings can get the most out of a healthy Simmons.

Deuce and Mo were LIVE after Kings-Warriors to discuss Maxime Raynaud’s injury and a big night from Darius Acuff. What makes Acuff look like he could be THAT guy? Deuce explains why he hasn’t been this excited about a Kings rookie since Tyrese Haliburton.

They also get into Ben Simmons’ Kings debut and what he showed, Keegan Murray’s return and how his ankle is feeling, questions about the starting lineup, other players catching their attention and why this rookie class feels special. Plus, Yaxel Lendeborg’s impact for the Warriors.

Deuce and Mo catch up with Sacramento Kings GM Scott Perry to discuss how he's feeling headed into the season, what he's seen in Darius Acuff early on, what he's hoping to see from Ben Simmons, his perspective of the team dinner that Zach Lowe talked about on his podcast and if it was a roast, what he expects to be different about this team this year and what would mark a successful season.

Deuce and Mo break down what looked better for the Kings in their second preseason game against the Lakers, what still needs work and why Darius Acuff Jr.’s confidence stood out even after a slow start. They also discuss the edge Emanuel Sharp is bringing, other players who caught their attention and Ben Simmons’ possible Kings debut Saturday.

Plus, Devin Carter’s big Boston debut, Haliburton’s return and whether people are sleeping on Indiana, what rookie Aday Mara could bring to OKC and whether LeBron’s All-Star streak could come to an end.

Darius Acuff Jr. didn’t look like a rookie! Deuce and Mo discuss how comfortable the 19-year-old looked in his preseason debut, handling the Lakers’ size, length and pressure without getting sped up.

They also get into an ugly Kings opener, what went wrong defensively, LA’s physicality on both ends and what to take from Sacramento’s 127–103 loss without getting carried away over one preseason game.

Plus, KAT’s contract issues in New York, LeBron’s helicopter trip from Philly to NYC and Jalen Duren staying with the Pistons as the pressure grows in Detroit.

Five days into Kings training camp, what’s standing out?!

Deuce and Mo get into the vibes around the team, the young guys already showing leadership and how Darius Acuff Jr. and Ben Simmons have looked. Plus, what the Kings are emphasizing in camp and what they’re eager to see when Sacramento finally faces someone else Monday in the preseason opener against the Lakers.