Pistons explore trade options for Kevin Durant with Rockets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 2:27 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
The Detroit Pistons are pursuing a potential trade for Kevin Durant, engaging in discussions with the Houston Rockets. Initially considering a three-team deal involving the Boston Celtics, the Pistons shifted focus to a direct transaction with the Rockets after that idea was rejected. Durant, a 16-time All-Star, averaged 26 points per game last season, making him a key target as the Pistons seek to enhance their roster alongside Cade Cunningham. Despite interest from both sides, talks have yet to yield a resolution.
- •Pistons showed interest in trading for Kevin Durant this offseason.
- •Initial discussions included a three-team trade with the Celtics, which fell through.
- •Pistons aim to pair Durant with star Cade Cunningham.
- •Durant averaged 26 points per game for the Rockets last season.
- •No trade agreement has been reached yet between the Pistons and Rockets.
- 2:27 AMYahoo Sports — NBA Trade Talks: Detroit Pistons Check Temperature On Potential Kevin Durant Deal With Houston Rockets
"The Detroit Pistons have been very active this offseason, and the organization has even explored the possibility of bringing elite scorer Kevin Durant to Motown in recent weeks
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