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Houston Rockets Send Strong Kevin Durant Message After Trade Becomes Official

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Joshua Rosenblum | Last updated Jul 6, 2025 5:53 PM ET

The Houston Rockets have made waves in the NBA with an X post confirming the acquisition of superstar Kevin Durant from the Phoenix Suns.

The tweet, accompanied by a striking graphic featuring Durant in a Rockets jersey with the bold text "Welcome to HOUSTON," signals the team's bold ambitions for the upcoming season.

The announcement has ignited excitement among fans and set the tone for a franchise ready to compete a championship.

The graphic, littered in red and black, showcases Durant in a dynamic pose, embodying the energy and intensity the Rockets hope to unleash.

The message is clear: the Rockets are no longer a team in rebuild mode but a contender poised to challenge the Western Conference's elite.

With Durant's addition to a young core including Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson, alongside veteran Fred VanVleet, the Rockets are signaling their intent to win now, especially after a 52-win season under coach Ime Udoka.

Fan reactions on X have been electric, with users celebrating the move with enthusiastic memes and predictions of championship glory.

Durant's proven track record—15-time All-Star and one of the league's most perennial scorers—elevates the Rockets' roster, shifting their title odds from +1800 to +850.

This trade, reportedly involving Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks, and the No. 10 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, underscores the Rockets' aggressive strategy.

With this official welcome, the Rockets have sent a resounding message that the Rockets are ready to soar in the upcoming 2025-26 season.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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