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Houston Rockets acquire Kevin Durant from Phoenix Suns, reports say
- On June 22, 2025, Kevin Durant was sent from the Phoenix Suns to the Houston Rockets in a deal that brought Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the 10th overall selection in the 2025 draft, and a package of five second-round draft picks to Phoenix.
- The trade followed months of speculation amid the Suns’ struggles, including missing the playoffs last season and early playoff exits in 2023 and 2024.
- At 37 years old, Durant contributed an average of 26.6 points, along with six rebounds and just over four assists per game last season in Phoenix, while the Rockets gained an experienced scorer to complement their young roster.
- Durant’s contract carries a $54.7 million salary for next season, and the Suns gained the young guard Green, forward Brooks , and multiple draft assets.
- This deal ends Durant’s tenure in Phoenix and offers Houston a veteran scorer, while the Suns begin rebuilding with new talents and draft picks.
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Houston Rockets acquire Kevin Durant from Phoenix Suns in blockbuster trade
Kevin Durant’s time with the Phoenix Suns has come to an end, as the team will complete a major trade deal to send the veteran forward to the Houston Rockets in return for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks (the 10th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft) and five future second-round selections. ESPN’s Shams Charania was first to report the news, writing on X: “BREAKING: The Phoenix Suns are trading two-time NBA Finals MVP Kevin Durant to the Houston Rocke…
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