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Kevin Durant expresses happiness with Rockets ahead of new season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 11:31 PM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Kevin Durant expresses happiness with Rockets ahead of new season

Summary

Kevin Durant, entering his second season with the Houston Rockets, shares his positive outlook during a media day. General manager Rafael Stone noted Durant's enjoyment of playing with the team, emphasizing how pleased he is to be in Houston. Durant mentioned he values his time working with the team and is focused on taking it one day at a time. Coach Ime Udoka aims to manage Durant's minutes this season, considering his age and past injuries, while Durant is receptive to the strategy as long as it does not compromise game outcomes. With hopes of improved performance, the Rockets look to build on last season and enhance their playoff prospects.

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Status Watch

•Durant is entering his 20th NBA season and turns 38 next week.
•GM Rafael Stone noted Durant's fit and happiness with the team.
•Coach Udoka aims to reduce Durant's minutes for better health.
•The Rockets look to improve after a first-round playoff exit.
•Durant earned All-NBA honors last season despite injuries.

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11:31 PMYahoo Sports — Entering second season together, Rockets see ‘happy’ Kevin Durant

What they're saying

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“The one thing he wanted to make very clear to me, coming out of last year, was just how much he’d enjoyed it, and just how much he wanted to be here.”
— Yahoo Sports

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