In a move that instantly reshapes the Western Conference (and the NBA as a whole), Kevin Durant has landed with the Houston Rockets.
The blockbuster deal was finalized on Sunday when the Rockets acquired Durant for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 pick in 2025 and five second-round selections.
The trade becomes official when the NBA's new league year begins on July 6, the same day Durant becomes eligible for a two-year $122 million extension.
Less than 24 hours after the Phoenix Suns agreed to send the 15‑time All-Star to Houston, a new video posted Monday by renowned NBA trainer Chris Brickley showed Durant working out, wasting no time getting ready for next season.
Fans online instantly reacted to Brickley's post.
"A motivated Kd is a scary sight," responded one user.
"The best ðªð¥ð¥ð¥ð¥ð," said another fan.
"Easy money $niper," one other commented.
"need to still tighten that handle i’m locking that up," another fan joked.
"Coldest 37 year old ever he finna [expletive] the league up omgggg," said one other fan.
"I thought he was gonna lay that dunk up lol," another user responded.
Kevin Durant
Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) shoots over Dallas Mavericks forward Derrick Jones Jr. (55) during the first half at Footprint Center.
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Despite turning 37 in September, Durant continues to perform at an elite level.
He averaged 26.6 points, 6.0 rebounds and 4.2 assists per game last season, maintaining efficient shooting splits of 52.7% from the field, 43% from deep and 83.9% from the free-throw line.
His career resume includes two NBA titles, two Finals MVPs, a regular season MVP and four Olympic gold medals, solidifying his place among the game’s all-time greats.