In a move that will send shockwaves across the NBA, the Phoenix Suns have reportedly agreed to trade superstar forward Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets, multiple league sources confirmed on Saturday.
The deal, expected to become official on July 6 when the NBA trade moratorium is lifted, sends Durant to Houston in exchange for a significant package that includes:
Jalen Green
Dillon Brooks
The No. 10 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft
Five future second-round picks
This marks the end of Durant’s brief yet high-profile stint in Phoenix, where the franchise aimed to build a championship core around him, Devin Booker, and Bradley Beal. Despite high expectations, the Suns failed to make a deep playoff run, prompting a shift in strategy by the front office.
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Houston Goes All In
For the Rockets, the acquisition of Durant is a clear win-now signal. Houston has spent the past two seasons accumulating young talent and cap flexibility — and now, they’ve made their move.
Durant, 36, will now lead a core that includes Alperen Şengün, Amen Thompson, Jabari Smith Jr., and veteran guard Fred VanVleet. The addition of a two-time Finals MVP immediately boosts Houston’s championship aspirations.
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Durant Reacts to Trade
Durant appeared on stage at Fanatics Fest when news of the trade broke. His reaction was brief but telling.
> “We’re gonna see, man,” Durant said with a smile, drawing cheers from the crowd.
While he didn’t offer further comment at the time, sources close to the situation say Durant is “excited” about the opportunity to play in Houston and views the Rockets’ young core as “ready to take the next step.”
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Suns Begin a New Chapter
For the Suns, this trade signals a new direction. After going all-in on stars, Phoenix is pivoting toward youth, flexibility, and long-term building.
Jalen Green, still just 23, brings explosive scoring potential. Dillon Brooks adds defensive grit and playoff experience. With the 10th pick and a haul of second-rounders, Phoenix now has the assets to reshape its roster — or leverage them in future deals.
League insiders say the Suns are also finalizing new front-office hires and could be active in free agency.
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League Impact
This trade reshapes the Western Conference landscape. The Rockets go from promising to potent overnight, while the Suns reload and reposition for the future.
Durant’s move marks yet another chapter in a Hall of Fame career that has now seen him suit up for five franchises: Seattle/OKC, Golden State, Brooklyn, Phoenix, and now Houston.
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Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
