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Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 7

Kevin Durant’s arrival unlocks overlooked weapon for the Rockets

When the Houston Rockets needed a spark a week into the season, it came from Josh Okogie. When they needed another boost during Wednesday’s win over the Memphis Grizzlies, it came from him again.

Kevin Durant News / Athlon Sports / November 7

$100 Million Kevin Durant Update Surfaces Amid NBA Season

Kevin Durant may be 37 years old, but he remains one of the most dominant and popular players in the NBA today. Durant, who was traded to the Houston Rockets from the Phoenix Suns during the past offseason, is currently averaging 24.0 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.o block per game.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 7

Rockets' Kevin Durant is Impressed with Jayson Tatum's Injury Recovery

This year's Boston Celtics team hasn't been nearly the contender that we've grown accustomed to them being. Granted, they were expected to take a step back without Jayson Tatum, because every team would regress without a top-10 player.

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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / November 7

Video shows Kevin Durant trolling Ja Morant’s dad with a ruthless line

Kevin Durant still has not lost his fastball when it comes to trash talk. Durant and the Houston Rockets faced off on Wednesday against the Memphis Grizzlies.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / November 6

Kevin Durant Sparks Viral Moment With Ja Morant’s Dad in Memphis

In what’s quickly becoming one of the season’s most talked-about moments, Kevin Durant ignited a viral courtside exchange with Tee Morant, the father of Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant, during the Houston Rockets’ 124–109 win on Wednesday night.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 6

The Houston Rockets Are Finally Being Recognized As Contenders

When it came to becoming title contenders, the Houston Rockets' 'at long last' moment came when they acquired Kevin Durant back in June. But you never truly know your team is a contender until they take the court for the early part of the NBA season.

NBA News / The SportsRush / November 6

Claiming There’s ‘No Beef’ With Kevin Durant, Draymond Green Brings Up the Offense in Brooklyn and Phoenix

Kevin Durant has shown that he isn’t afraid to go back and forth with people on social media. He doesn’t hold back even against his NBA contemporaries.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 6

Rockets’ Kevin Durant roasts Ja Morant’s dad Tee over Grizzlies feud

Houston Rockets All-Star Kevin Durant had jokes for Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant’s dad Tee in-game during Wednesday’s 124-109 win. While the NBA world wonders would the Rockets would trade for Morant, who’s voiced his displeasure with the team’s direction and served a one-game suspension, Durant made light of the situation.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 5

Rockets Rise in Latest NBA Power Rankings, With a Clear Top Newcomer

The Houston Rockets have the pieces to compete for a championship; it's just about honing that talent and taking advantage of opportunities. Through the first two weeks of the NBA season, they've done most of that.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 5

Interesting Advanced Stats for the Houston Rockets Through Six Games

The Houston Rockets, after a 0-2 start in which they had a chance to win both games late, have righted the ship and are tied for the longest current win streak in the league.

NBA News / The SportsRush / November 5

Paul Pierce Weighs In on Kevin Durant and Draymond Green’s ‘Offense vs Defense’ Debate

It wouldn’t be the NBA without some off-the-court drama. Draymond Green and Kevin Durant have provided that for years, at times taking on each other. The former Warriors teammates are at it again in a back-and-forth about the age-old question: Which is more important, offense or defense?

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 5

Rockets' Kevin Durant Outlines Biggest Issue for Jayson Tatum in Achilles Recovery

Kevin Durant has become the go-to subject matter expert on torn Achilles injuries among NBA circles. Understandably, as he was the biggest superstar to suffer the injury at the time (2019) since Kobe Bryant suffered the same injury in 2013.

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NBA News / FirstSportz / November 5

Kevin Durant Claps Back at Draymond Green’s Defense vs. Offense Claim

Kevin Durant was instrumental in helping Draymond Green and the Golden State Warriors get past LeBron James and his Cleveland Cavaliers and win two NBA championships.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / November 4

Kevin Durant, Draymond Green argue over Warriors' titles, and they're both right

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Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 4

Rockets’ big win over Mavericks proves they are built differently this year

On a night when Kevin Durant couldn’t buy a basket, and Jabari Smith Jr. was in street clothes, the Houston Rockets proved something far more valuable than a single win – they proved their depth.

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / November 4

Kevin Durant sees similarity between himself and Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg

The Dallas Mavericks fell to the Houston Rockets in their first true road game of the season on Monday night, 110-102, dropping to 2-5 on the year. It's been far from a dream start for the Mavs, as they've put Cooper Flagg in an unfamiliar place, and injuries are already starting to mount up.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 3

The Rockets Are A Dream For Kevin Durant

After two straight losses to begin the season, the Houston Rockets are finally beginning to look like how the front office hoped they would when they acquired Kevin Durant in a trade.

Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / November 2

Kevin Durant Hilariously Claps Back at Fan Mocking His Childhood Push-Up Story

A little more than 10 years ago, after winning the 2013-14 KIA MVP award, Kevin Durant delivered an iconic speech thanking his mom, Wanda. “You are the real MVP,” he said, after sharing all the sacrifices she made to secure a better future for him.

Kevin Durant News / Field Level Media / November 1

Kevin Durant helps Rockets clobber Celtics

Kevin Durant scored a game-high 26 points and Alperen Sengun had 16 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists to lead the visiting Houston Rockets to a 128-101 victory over the Boston Celtics on Saturday night.

Houston Rockets News / FirstSportz / November 1

Kevin Durant Slams ‘Old Heads’ Complaining About NBA’s Defense Compared to 90s

Kevin Durant loves playing basketball, which is why he claimed he wants to keep playing into his 40s. There is something else that he also loves: responding to trolls on social media.