Kevin Durant open to leaving Rockets for Pistons star Cade Cunningham
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 6:25 PM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
Kevin Durant's status with the Houston Rockets is uncertain as trade rumors circulate this summer. Reports indicate that the Rockets, after a disappointing last season, may not view Durant as untouchable in discussions. He is reportedly interested in teaming with Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham, who is on a $269 million contract. The Pistons could utilize their assets to pursue Durant, which would create a high-profile duo in the Eastern Conference. However, no trade has materialized yet, and Houston's decision on Durant remains pivotal moving forward.
- •Durant's future with the Rockets is uncertain this summer.
- •Rockets may entertain trade offers for Durant.
- •Durant interested in teaming with Pistons' Cunningham.
- •Cunningham is on a $269 million contract with Detroit.
- •No trades have been finalized or proposed.
- 6:25 PMYahoo Sports — Rockets' Kevin Durant reportedly willing to leave Houston to join $269M All-Star premier playmaker
"Kevin Durant's future is up in the air with the Houston Rockets. If his name does come up in trade discussions, he is hoping to team up with a young superstar in the making.
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