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Could the Rockets trade Kevin Durant this year?

The Houston Rockets face a pivotal decision as trade deadline speculation swirls around franchise cornerstone Kevin Durant. With a roster built around promising young talent—including Jalen Green, Christian Sengun, and Amen Thompson—but lacking an MVP-level prospect to pair with Durant, the team’s long-term trajectory is under scrutiny.

The Rockets’ recent struggles, marked by two consecutive first-round playoff exits, have intensified pressure on general manager Rafael Stone to make a bold move. A trade involving Durant could reset the timeline, offering Houston a chance to reload with complementary pieces like Duncan Robinson, John Collins, or Kevin Huerter, while also securing an unprotected future first-round pick—a strategy that paid off handsomely when the team traded James Harden for draft capital in 2020.

Stone’s history of cautious, capital-focused trades suggests he may prioritize long-term assets over immediate star power, but the stakes feel higher than ever this season.

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