The major Kevin Durant domino has fallen.

And when the dust settles, the Rockets will be positioned as legit title contenders — perhaps even more legit than this season, when they earned the Western Conference’s No. 2 seed — heading into next season.

The Suns are trading Durant to Houston in exchange for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 pick in this week’s draft and five second-round picks, according to ESPN.

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<figcaption>Kevin Durant moves the ball during the Suns’ March 28. <span class="credit">IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect</span></figcaption>

Durant, who spent the last two-plus seasons in Phoenix, averaged 26.6 points per game in 2024-25.

The Spurs and Heat were reportedly his other preferred trade destinations.

<em>This is a developing story. Check back for updates.</em>

The major Kevin Durant domino has fallen.{ai:summary}<p>Kevin Durant has been traded from the Suns to the Rockets, marking a significant shift in the NBA landscape. In exchange, the Suns receive Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 draft pick, and five second-round picks.</p><p>With Durant's arrival, the Rockets are poised to be strong title contenders next season, potentially surpassing their No. 2 seed finish this year. The Spurs and Heat were also among Durant's preferred destinations. #sports</p>

Kevin Durant traded from Suns to Rockets in NBA blockbuster

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