NBA Notes: Kings, Ben Simmons, Cavs, Mario Hezonja, Knicks

Kings If the Kings sign Ben Simmons, they presumably won’t be asking him to teach Darius Acuff Jr. how to shoot. Passing? That’s another matter. Sacramento has been considering Simmons as it searches for a veteran guard who can help mentor Acuff, the No. 7 overall pick in this year’s draft. Will Zimmerle of NBA on SI points to Simmons’ playmaking as one area where the former No. 1 overall pick could particularly benefit the rookie. For all that’s gone wrong during Simmons’ career, passing was never the problem. He has averaged 7.2 assists over seven NBA seasons and at…