Kevin Durant Traded to Rockets in Multi-Asset Deal with Suns

Kevin Durant has been traded from the Phoenix Suns to the Houston Rockets in a blockbuster deal that sent Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, and five second-round picks to Phoenix. The trade was widely anticipated, but Durant appeared surprised when the news broke live while he was on stage at Fanatics Fest in New York City, during an interview with Taylor Rooks. Durant's initial reaction was cautious, stating, "We're gonna see man, we're gonna see," reflecting uncertainty about the move. The Suns' decision to trade Durant is part of their strategy to rebuild quickly by acquiring younger talent. Fans and analysts reacted strongly to the trade, noting its impact on the Rockets and the San Antonio Spurs, who missed out on acquiring Durant. The timing and setting of Durant learning about the trade live added a unique and dramatic element to the story.