“ One of the greatest to ever play the game, we are grateful for the impact Kevin made on our organization and in our community,” Phoenix GM Brian Gregory said of Kevin Durant. And just like that, the largest trade in NBA history went down—a wild seven-team, 13-player deal that sent KD to the Houston Rockets. Sure, it’s a blockbuster for the ages, but even with all the hype, questions about Durant’s game and his long-term future in Houston are already bubbling up.
Fans have been quick to point out that Kevin Durant hasn’t led his team in field goal attempts per game since 2018, and KD wasn’t letting that slide. The 2x Finals MVP fired back with a full-on defense of his game, making it clear he’s more than just a scorer. “ 30k points on low field goal attempts. I’m a coach’s dream. Di