Pistons show interest in trading for Kevin Durant from Rockets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 11:35 PM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
The Detroit Pistons are reportedly interested in acquiring Kevin Durant from the Houston Rockets as they aim to improve their roster following a strong 2025-26 season. The potential trade comes amid ongoing contract negotiations with Jalen Duren, whose deal may impact the Pistons' salary cap. Durant, who signed a two-year, $90 million extension, could fill a void in the Pistons' wing position, following Tobias Harris's recent signing with the San Antonio Spurs. While Durant's trade remains uncertain, the Pistons possess future draft assets that could aid negotiations. Reports suggest the Pistons could use players like Duncan Robinson and Caris LeVert to facilitate the deal, increasing their payroll to approach the luxury tax threshold.
- •Pistons looking to upgrade roster after strong season
- •Durant signed a two-year, $90 million extension
- •Contract talks with Jalen Duren ongoing
- •Pistons control future first-round picks through 2033
- •Robinson and LeVert could be trade pieces for the Rockets
- 11:35 PMYahoo Sports — Pistons Proposed to Land $90 Million Former MVP Amid Jalen Duren Decision
"There is no ruling out another Kevin Durant trade this offseason, as it appears that the Houston Rockets don’t consider the veteran superstar untouchable.The Detroit Pistons are one team potentially keying an interest in acquiring Durant. The 2025-26 Eastern Conference top-seed will be looking for upgrades to build on a strong season. According to Sports Illustrated’s […] The post Pistons Proposed to Land $90 Million Former MVP Amid Jalen Duren Decision appeared first on HEAVY.
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