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Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 15

Why Kevin Durant Feels Younger with the Houston Rockets

The Houston Rockets currently sit fourth in the Western Conference at the All-Star break with a 33-20 record. If you just look at that mark, you would think it has been a relatively successful season so far.

Kevin Durant News / Hoops Wire / February 15

Kevin Durant says All-Star criticism missing the point

The All-Star effort debate isn’t landing with Kevin Durant. Speaking Saturday, the Rockets star pushed back on the idea that players used to compete harder in the game, a long-running talking point that seems to surface every February.

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Houston Rockets News / Total Pro Sports / February 15

Kevin Durant Delivers Wild 'God-Level Talk' Claim While Choosing Between Twitter and Video Games

Kevin Durant’s mother, Wanda Durant, introduced him to the magical world of video games as a child. To battle boredom, KD started enjoying it. And now, when he has become one of the finest NBA stars, Durant is still not ready to give up the same. Durant has always been pretty much unfiltered in expressing his thoughts.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Houston Rockets News / Larry Brown Sports / February 14

Kevin Durant takes a shot at All-Star Game critics

One of the most frequent criticisms of the modern NBA All-Star Game is that it does not compare to the previous generation’s games. Kevin Durant is not buying it.

Houston Rockets News / Total Pro Sports / February 14

Rockets’ Kevin Durant Trade Reportedly Would Have Looked Very Different if Fred VanVleet’s Injury Was Known

The 2026 NBA trade deadline turned heads with a flurry of blockbuster deals, drastically changing the dynamics for several powerhouse teams. However, the Houston Rockets held firm, opting to make no moves.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 14

Kevin Durant hilariously blasts Shams Charania for using phone during NBA’s Celebrity All-Star Game

Shams Charania’s dedication to his insider job garnered him criticism from Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant during the NBA’s Celebrity All-Stars Game on Friday night.

Houston Rockets News / EssentiallySports / February 14

'Have Some Respect': Kevin Durant Calls Out ESPN’s Shams Charania for Celebrity All-Star Game Moment

The Celebrity Game during the NBA All-Star Weekend is typically a fusion of comedy and competitive basketball, but Kevin Durant found one of Shams Charania’s moments particularly unamusing.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 13

Wizards’ Kyshawn George drops high praise on Kevin Durant at All-Star Weekend

INGLEWOOD — The Washington Wizards once again have multiple representatives at NBA All-Star Weekend, but no All-Stars. The organization’s goal is to eventually develop a perennial All-Star like Kevin Durant, who made the cut for the 16th time this season.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 13

Rockets Reportedly Wouldn't Have Made Kevin Durant Trade with Knowledge of Injuries

We’ve seen a very active year in the NBA, from a transactional standpoint. There have been a lot of moving parts. The trade deadline has become the new free agency.

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Kevin Durant News / Total Pro Sports / February 13

Kevin Durant Takes Playful Jab at Team World All-Star’s Intensity With Bold Remark

The 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend is finally here, and the NBA is doing everything it can to boost the ratings. With the All-Star Game roster set, one thing remains unclear: will the players play harder this time around?

Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / February 13

Blake Griffin, Stephen A. Smith Add Fuel To Kevin Durant’s Criticism Of European Players At All-Star Game

Kevin Durant spoke at the press conference last night after the Rockets’ loss to the Clippers regarding the upcoming All-Star break and the media’s obsession with the criticism of the “oldheads.” The most common talking point around the league at this time of the year has usually become the lack of competition during the main game.

Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / February 12

'Flagrant Lack of Effort': Stephen A. Smith Discusses Kevin Durant’s Comments, Sheds Light on All-Star Game’s Shortcoming

Over the past few years, the All-Star Game has failed to live up to its reputation as one of the most entertaining aspects of the NBA season. Veteran players have consequently received plenty of criticism, which has led to former NBA champion Kevin Durant throwing some shade at Luka Doncic and Nikola Jokic.

Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / February 12

Rockets' Motionless Offense Deemed Worrisome

The Houston Rockets' offense has been a bit of a mystery this season. On the one hand, they rank fifth in offensive efficiency. Yet and still, at times,

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 12

Kevin Durant teases Nikola Jokic, Luka Doncic while questioning if new format will improve All-Star Game

Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant knows most American stars don't care about the All-Star Game. However, he pointed out that neither do international standouts.

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NBA News / HITC / February 12

Kevin Durant claps back at fan for lying about what LaMelo Ball said to him

Kevin Durant once again stepped into the online conversation, pushing back against a fan account that mischaracterised an exchange with LaMelo Ball. A clip from the recent Houston Rockets versus Charlotte Hornets matchup began circulating on X, prompting debate over what was said between the two players during a stoppage in play.

Kevin Durant News / Hoops Wire / February 12

Rockets’ Kevin Durant directs trash talk at World team entering All-Star weekend

Kevin Durant isn’t losing any sleep over how competitive the All-Star Game is going to be. He’s also not buying the narrative that the so-called “old heads” are the problem.

Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker / February 11

Kevin Durant joins elite company with latest milestone

Durant scored 26 points in a win over the Clippers on Tuesday and reached a milestone in the process that places him among some elite company in NBA history.

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NBA News / Field Level Media / February 10

Rockets' Kevin Durant joins exclusive club with latest dominant game

Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun combined for 48 points as the Houston Rockets turned a rally to start the fourth quarter into a 102-95 victory over the visiting Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday.

Walt Frazier has harsh words for Karl-Anthony Towns during Knicks' upset loss

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Collin Sexton gets disciplined by the NBA over his middle-finger incident

Former No. 1 overall pick Kenyon Martin blasts 'disgusting' NBA tanking

Hornets' Moussa Diabate reveals what Pistons' Jalen Duren did to set him off

NBA News / Phoenix Suns on SI / February 10

Kevin Durant Says Suns’ Culture Felt Different Than Rockets

The Kevin Durant era will forever be highlighted, discussed and mentioned in Phoenix Suns lore with a certain "what if" element. Durant arrived to the Valley via blockbuster trade from the Brooklyn Nets with legitimate hopes of pushing Phoenix towards their first NBA championship.