Kevin Durant, amid uncertainty about his future, has chosen the Houston Rockets as his next NBA destination. After averaging 26.6 points during his last season with the Phoenix Suns, the veteran aims to make a much larger impact in the postseason for the franchise. However, his one-year contract keeps his immediate future open to possibilities. In response, the Rockets have reportedly already made a decision regarding his future with the team.
According to Tim MacMahon of ESPN, the Houston Rockets are prioritizing preserving salary cap space for 2027. As a result, the team is reportedly hesitant to offer Kevin Durant a renewal close to a supermax contract, which expires at the end of the 2025-26 NBA season.
With a slightly veteran roster, the franchise aims for market flexibility to attr