Video: Kevin Durant spotted with his agent reacting to trade from Phoenix Suns to Houston Rockets

One of the biggest questions heading into the NBA offseason has been the future of Kevin Durant. According to a report from Shams Charania, the former MVP is set to be traded from the Phoenix Suns to the Houston Rockets in a blockbuster deal that, while not yet official, has already sent shockwaves through the league.

After a disappointing season and ongoing internal issues within the Suns organization, Durant’s departure seemed inevitable. The trio of Durant, Devin Booker, and Bradley Beal never fully gelled, and reports of friction between the star forward and the front office only fueled speculation of an exit. Now, that speculation becomes reality.

Durant was spotted at Fanatics Fest shortly after the news broke, celebrating the move alongside his longtime agent Rich Kleiman. The timing of the trade, unfolding during a major fan event, added to the drama. As fans erupted in reaction to the news, the deal instantly became one of the most talked-about transactions of the summer.

The Rockets, fresh off an encouraging season under head coach Ime Udoka, now look like legitimate contenders in the West. Their projected starting lineup—Fred VanVleet at point guard, Amen Thompson at shooting guard, Durant at small forward, Jabari Smith Jr. at power forward, and Alperen Şengün anchoring the center spot—is a potent blend of youth, versatility, and elite scoring. Adding Durant gives Houston a proven playoff performer and one of the game’s most consistent offensive weapons.

Who wins the trade?

From a broad perspective, all sides seem to benefit. Durant joins a team ready to compete immediately, the Suns acquire valuable assets to reshape their roster, and the Rockets push their chips in for a short-term title window. Still, the deal marks a significant shift away from Houston’s youth movement, signaling that they are ready to contend now.

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Video: Kevin Durant’s reaction after being traded to the Houston Rockets by the Phoenix Suns

Phoenix receives Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, and the No. 10 overall pick in the upcoming NBA Draft. While Green brings upside and long-term potential, Brooks adds grit and defensive edge—traits the Suns sorely lacked. For the Rockets, parting with those pieces was the cost of acquiring a player of Durant’s caliber, a generational talent who instantly raises their ceiling.

Durant remains one of the league’s premier scorers, averaging 26.6 points over 62 games last season. His efficiency, leadership, and playoff experience are exactly what Houston lacked in moments of inconsistency. In the NBA postseason, the Rockets paid the price for Jalen Green’s erratic performances against the Warriors—a problem they hope Durant will solve.

In the end, Houston emerges from this deal with a transformative player, while Phoenix walks away with tools to reshape their future. The Western Conference just got a lot more interesting, and all eyes will be on Durant and the Rockets as they aim to turn potential into hardware.