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Houston Rockets Kevin Durant era

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The Houston Rockets are entering the 2026-27 NBA season centered on veteran star Kevin Durant. Durant, who is beginning his 20th professional season. Following a 52-win campaign, campaign where Durant earned All-NBA Second Team honors by averaging 26 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 4.8 assists, the team aims to advance deeper into the playoffs by balancing the development of a young core with the physical management of the 37-year-old Durant. playoffs. During the team’s media day, a disagreement emerged regarding Durant’s workload management. Head coach Ime Udoka and general manager Rafael Stone expressed intentions to reduce Durant’s manage the 37-year-old’s minutes to protect him following a season where his health, noting he played 78 games and suffered injuries during a first-round playoff series against the Lakers. averaged 36.4 minutes per game last season. Durant pushed back against this plan, a reduction based solely on age, stating, “I’m better on the court. The team is better when I’m on the court.” He emphasized that indicated a willingness to sit during significant leads but rejects age-based restrictions. Durant noted he does is taking his career “a day at a time” and is not want playing time reduced based on age, but rather on game situations. considering retirement. Under Udoka, the Rockets have established a strong defensive identity. The identity with a roster features emerging talent such as featuring Alperen Sengun, Amen Thompson, Reed Sheppard, and Jabari Smith Jr., supported by new additions Marcus Smart and Bogdan Bogdanovic. The team also expects increased impact with the return of Fred VanVleet from an ACL injury and Steven Adams from an ankle injury. previous injuries. Udoka stated the goal for the season is to “make some real noise” rather than just reaching the first round. Looking toward the future, Durant will hold a player option for the 2027-28 season, allowing him to either accept a $46.1 million salary in Houston or become an unrestricted free agent.

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  1. 2026-09-24 04:55 UTC Houston Rockets Kevin Durant era
  2. 2026-09-23 01:58 UTC Houston Rockets Kevin Durant era
  3. 2026-09-22 22:47 UTC Houston Rockets Kevin Durant era
  4. 2026-09-22 15:24 UTC Houston Rockets Kevin Durant era

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