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Kevin Durant News / Viral Sports News / August 28
Rockets’ Kevin Durant Trade Rumors Get New Update
The Houston Rockets head into the 2026-27 NBA season facing growing questions about their future with Kevin Durant after another early playoff exit. The Rockets acquired Durant from the Phoenix Suns in July 2025.
Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 28
Rockets’ Kevin Durant makes admission about having songs with LeBron James
In a recent interview, Houston Rockets veteran Kevin Durant admitted to making music with Philadelphia 76ers star LeBron James. Durant revealed plenty in his chat with Speedy Morman, including more than one song he recorded alongside James.
Houston Rockets News / HITC / August 28
Rockets face bombshell Kevin Durant-Joel Embiid trade proposal that could shake the NBA
The Houston Rockets have been presented with a blockbuster trade idea that would send Kevin Durant to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Joel Embiid.
The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 28
Will the Rockets Win an NBA Championship By 2029?
The identity of an NBA team can change drastically in three years. The Houston Rockets went from missing the playoffs with a young core in 2023 to a 50+ win season with Kevin Durant leading the charge in 2026.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 28
Kevin Durant Reveals He And LeBron James Recorded Three Rap Songs Together
Kevin Durant has revealed a rather surprising new detail about his friendship with LeBron James, saying that the two NBA legends recorded approximately three rap songs during a trip to Akron more than a decade ago.
Houston Rockets News / HITC / August 28
Kevin Durant addresses NBA retirement talk after being told he’s old
Retirement is an inevitable reality for every NBA superstar, but Kevin Durant isn’t giving in just yet. At 37, Kevin Durant is still holding his own with the best in the league, coming off another solid season where he kept racking up 26 points a night, despite injuries.
Kevin Durant News / HITC / August 28
‘Hit you in the soul’ – Kevin Durant gets real about ruthless exchanges with NBA fans online
Kevin Durant has been known to keep it real with NBA fans online. He explained his mentality behind engaging with fans in such a direct and sometimes intense manner.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 27
Kevin Durant thinks LeBron James will turn 76ers into ‘juggernaut’
Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant has never had a problem with voicing his opinions. So what does KD think about LeBron James and the Sixers?
Kevin Durant News / The Spun / August 27
Kevin Durant Turns $250,000 Investment Into Estimated $60 Million
Over his two decades in the NBA, Kevin Durant has earned over $500 million just on salary and is projected to reach over $600 million by the time he calls it a career.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / August 27
High Stakes Rockets Season In Three Parts 
In the fairly low global stakes fantasy world of sports the 2026-27 NBA season is a high stakes one for the Houston Rockets. We’ve reached a point where all three facets of the team: management, coaching, players, all need to deliver.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 27
Kevin Durant Emotionally Opens Up About Russell Westbrook’s Retirement
Russell Westbrook officially announced his retirement after 18 seasons in the NBA on Aug. 12, and it hit his former teammate Kevin Durant hard. Durant sat down with Speedy Mormon on the latest episode of Boardroom Talks, and Westbrook’s retirement was brought up on the show.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / August 27
Rockets add another center to the roster
With the calendar about to switch over to September, the NBA inches closer and closer to a new season. The Houston Rockets and the rest of the NBA won’t officially be back on the court until the end of the month, when teams start training camp, but the Rockets are still filling out the end of their bench as the season approaches.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 26
Houston Rockets make a change to a two-way spot
Roughly a month from the start of training camp, the Houston Rockets have reshuffled the bottom of the roster. Houston has swapped out one of its two-way slots, replacing guard Tristen Newton with center Rafael Castro.
Amen Thompson News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 26
Amen Thompson Predicted as Serious Candidate for Major NBA Award
Amen Thompson is garnering a reputation for being one of the most exciting players to watch in the NBA. Last season, Thompson averaged 18.3 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 5.3 assists on 53.4% field goal shooting over 79 games.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 26
Rockets Sign Rafael Castro To Two-Way Deal, Cut Tristen Newton
After signing Sean Pedulla to a two-way contract last week, the Rockets have brought in another newcomer on a two-way deal, announcing today that they’ve finalized an agreement with undrafted George Washington big man Rafael Castro, per Ben DuBose of RocketsWire.
Kyrie Irving News / Houston Rockets on SI / August 26
Should the Houston Rockets Trade for Kyrie Irving This Offseason?
With training camp set to begin in less than a month, there is ongoing speculation that the Houston Rockets could make a major trade prior to its start.
Daly: NHL expansion to Houston, Austin could come by 2029-30
It looks like the NHL might be on its way to expanding after all. When speaking to the media in Munich, Germany, on Friday as part of the NHL European Media Tour, deputy commissioner Bill Daly addressed possible near-term expansion, with the Lone Star State a key player.
Cam Whitmore News / Yardbarker / August 22
Cam Whitmore enters NBA purgatory after trade
Playing for his NBA future may be what it takes for Whitmore to realize he's no longer a star, and transform himself into a useful NBA player.
Aaron Holiday News / Hoops Rumors / August 19
Aaron Holiday Signs With Maxima Roma
After spending the past eight seasons in the NBA, free agent point guard Aaron Holiday will continue his career overseas, per Johnny Askounis of Eurohoops.
Houston Rockets News / Stadium Rant / August 12
Russell Westbrook To Rockets: Epic 2026 KD Reunion?
As the 2026 NBA offseason winds down, the Houston Rockets have a quiet opportunity to make a loud addition to their locker room. Could a familiar face be returning to Houston?
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