In a stunning move that is shaking up the world of NBA , the Phoenix Suns have traded superstar forward Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets. The deal sees Kevin Durant heading to Houston in exchange for rising guard Jalen Green, veteran wing Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, and a package of five second-round picks.
The trade, confirmed just hours ago, comes as a major surprise to many around the league. While whispers of the Suns potentially reshaping their roster had lingered after a disappointing playoff exit, few expected the team to part ways with Durant just one year after acquiring him in a high-profile move from the Brooklyn Nets.
Durant, a two-time NBA champion and former MVP, now joins a young and increasingly dangerous Rockets squad that has been quietly stockpiling talent and developing under head coach Ime Udoka.
Pairing Durant with blossoming big man Alperen Şengün, defensive ace Jabari Smith Jr., and playmaker Fred VanVleet gives Houston a compelling blend of youth, experience, and scoring firepower.
Jalen Green, on the other hand, heads to Phoenix as part of what looks to be a strategic pivot by the Suns’ front office. Green, still only 23, brings athleticism and scoring upside, while Dillon Brooks injects some needed defensive grit and veteran leadership.
The addition of the 10th pick in this year’s draft could also allow the Suns to further retool, possibly by selecting a promising rookie or flipping the pick in another deal.
This move marks yet another twist in the rollercoaster career of Kevin Durant, who now joins his fourth team in just over five years. Known for his elite scoring ability and versatility, Durant averaged 27.1 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 5.0 assists last season in Phoenix.
However, with the Suns falling short of championship expectations, the franchise appears to be embracing a new era focused on youth, flexibility, and future assets.
The Rockets, meanwhile, have made it clear, they’re done rebuilding. After years in the lottery, this move signals their intent to contend immediately, and with Kevin Durant at the helm, expectations in Houston just skyrocketed.
What is Next for Kevin Durant
For Phoenix, all eyes now turn to what the front office does with its newly acquired assets. Will they build around Devin Booker and Jalen Green, or is this just the first domino to fall in a broader overhaul? The Suns now hold a lottery pick and several second-rounders, which could be used to add depth or as leverage in future trades.
Houston’s focus will now shift to how Kevin Durant fits into the team’s dynamic. At 35, Durant still commands respect as one of the game’s best offensive weapons.
If he stays healthy, the Rockets could emerge as legitimate contenders in the Western Conference far sooner than anticipated. How well Durant meshes with the younger core, and whether he can also elevate them, will define the next chapter of his storied career.
One thing is certain: the NBA offseason just got a lot more interesting.
