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Kevin Durant bold predictions after going to Rockets in historic 7-team trade

Kevin Durant is about to enter his 19th season in the league with a fresh start, landing with the Houston Rockets via a blockbuster trade that involved seven teams.

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Kevin Durant, Dorian Finney-Smith Choose Jersey Numbers with Rockets

Shortly after last month's trade was announced, sending Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets in exchange for Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks, questions arose

Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / July 8

Gilbert Arenas picks whether there is more pressure on Kevin Durant or the Houston Rockets organization

Kevin Durant’s historic seven-team trade to the Houston Rockets has drawn a lot of attention. The 36-year-old superstar to the Houston Rockets after joining the Phoenix Suns in 2023.

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The 'Active non-US born NBA points leaders' quiz

Can you name the active players in the NBA that weren't born in the United States of America that have scored the most points in their career?

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Houston Rockets News / Athlon Sports / July 8

Kevin Durant Responds to New Post After Being Traded to Houston Rockets

A 15‑time All‑Star, two‑time NBA champion, two-time Finals MVP and 2014 league MVP, Kevin Durant is one of the most decorated players in NBA history. Now, one of the league's most accomplished players joins a 52-win Houston Rockets team fresh off its first division title and playoff berth since 2020.

Reed Sheppard News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 8

Houston Rockets are Going All In on Reed Sheppard in 2025-26

The Rockets have been the most active team in the NBA since the start of the 2025 offseason. They have made over ten transactions since falling to the Golden State Warriors in the first round of the playoffs.

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 8

Rockets’ Kevin Durant reveals who is to blame for underappreciated Nets tenure

Kevin Durant’s time with the Brooklyn Nets may not have delivered a championship, but he’s not here for the slander. In Part 2 of his conversation with LeBron James and Steve Nash on Mind the Game, Durant reflected on the rollercoaster tenure and explained why the outside world has it all wrong, per AwfulAnnouncing.

Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / July 8

Rockets Likely Done Dealing After Kevin Durant Acquisition: ‘I Like Our Team As Is’

Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone didn’t dance around the question when asked Monday what convinced Houston to make a blockbuster trade for Kevin Durant.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 8

Houston Rockets: Kevin Durant Praises Ime Udoka's Defensive Schemes

The Houston Rockets defense was unlocked last year under head coach Ime Udoka, ranking fifth in defensive rating (110.3), 10th in steals per game (8.4) and fourth in opponent effective field goal percentage (52.8).

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The 'MLB active strikeout leaders' quiz

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Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 8

Jabari Smith Jr.’s $122 million contract gets unique ‘roller-coaster’ update

The Houston Rockets are playing the long game, and doing it with precision. This NBA Free Agency, the Rockets made headlines by extending forward Jabari Smith Jr.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / July 8

Why Kevin Durant's Comments About Dorian Finney-Smith Were Misconstrued

The Mind the Game Podcast has offered basketball fans a rare glimpse into the lens of one of the game's greatest players in LeBron James. The NBA's all-time leading scorer discusses the intricacies of the game, including different types of sets, different types of screens, and the difference between the current era and former eras.

Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / July 8

When Charles Barkley Kissed a Donkey on TV After Losing a Bet Over Yao Ming

Yao Ming being chosen as the No. 1 pick by the Houston Rockets in the 2002 Draft turned many heads in the NBA community — not because there was no talent or skill.

Kevin Durant News / Athlon Sports / July 8

Suns GM Reveals Reason For Kevin Durant Trade to Rockets

The Phoenix Suns kicked off the NBA offseason with a bang as they made a blockbuster trade with the Houston Rockets. Of course, that trade involved them sending superstar forward Kevin Durant to Houston in exchange for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, five second-round picks and the No.