A blockbuster NBA trade went down on Sunday, as 15x All-Star Kevin Durant discovered he was traded to the Houston Rockets while onstage at the Fanatics Fest event in New York City.
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When fielding questions from reporter Taylor Rooks during a panel discussion, multiple fans started yelling out the breaking news.
Kevin Durant is on stage at @FanaticsFest finding out that he was traded to the Houston Rockets... Unreal.
(🎥 @AryePulliNFL)pic.twitter.com/J8YvdTjIwx
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) June 22, 2025
KD seemed a tad bit surprised upon Rooks confirming the news, as the 36-year-old even asked if it was real.
KD WAS ON STAGE WHEN HE GOT DEALT.
‘We’re gonna see man, we’re gonna see.’ - KD. 👀👀
(🎥: @FanaticsFest) pic.twitter.com/0L4PmPK79q
— theScore (@theScore) June 22, 2025
In view of the details of the trade: Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the 10th pick in the 2025 draft, and five second-round picks will be given to the Phoenix Suns in exchange for the 2x champion.
BREAKING: The Phoenix Suns are trading two-time NBA Finals MVP Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 pick in the 2025 draft and five second-round picks, sources tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/EwrbA2ES9O
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) June 22, 2025
All in all, it appears the 17-season vet is happy with the trade, as he called it a mutually beneficial deal for both him and the Suns organization.
Kevin Durant on his trade, his happiness, recruiting Russell Westbrook, and on how dangerous the Houston Rockets will be next season!@KDTrey5 pic.twitter.com/PGIefIxQIp
— Kay Adams (@heykayadams) June 22, 2025
"They wanted me to go. I'm glad they got what they wanted & I got what I wanted. Good luck to them," Durant said in an interview.
Kevin Durant and his agent Rich Kleiman celebrating KD being traded to the Rockets this morning 🥳👀
(via alyonaa/IG)pic.twitter.com/WSivaSgQPh
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) June 22, 2025
To note, this is now the sixth team Durant has played on since entering the league in 2007 as a No. 2 overall draft pick by the Seattle SuperSonics.
Kevin Durant and Jeff Green are teaming up again in Houston 18 years after being drafted together by the Sonics 😤 pic.twitter.com/hHque84t27
— Yahoo Sports (@YahooSports) June 22, 2025
Kevin Durant has officially completed the NBA Rainbow Challenge 😂😭 pic.twitter.com/MwPLLn8bvQ
— Hater Report (@HaterReport_) June 22, 2025
Even as Durant is approaching the twilight of his career, he certainly can still contribute MVP-like numbers with his off-the-chart scoring efficiency, as last season he put up 26.6 points (52.7% FG, 43% 3-PT), 6.0 rebounds, and 4.2 assists.
When looking at Houston's projected starting lineup heading into the 2025-26 season, they certainly appear to be a title contender on paper.
PG: Fred VanVleet
SG: Amen Thompson
SF: Kevin Durant
PF: Jabari Smith Jr.
C: Alperen Sengun
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