Rockets eye trade for Mavericks' Kyrie Irving to team with Kevin Durant

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Last updated Oct 22, 2026

Rockets eye trade for Mavericks' Kyrie Irving to team with Kevin Durant
Summary

The Houston Rockets are reportedly considering a trade for Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving. This move could reunite Irving with Kevin Durant, with speculation growing as Irving is in the final year of his $118 million contract. Despite his commitment to the Mavericks, sources indicate that if Dallas struggles, there may be a willingness to facilitate a trade. The Mavericks are in need of draft capital and could look to move Irving if they decide to change their direction. If executed, this trade would aim to bolster the Rockets' contention in the Western Conference.

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  • •Rockets aim to acquire Kyrie Irving from Mavericks
  • •Irving has a $118 million contract expiring this season
  • •Negotiations could lead to a reunion with Kevin Durant
  • •Mavericks seeking draft capital as part of franchise strategy
  • •Irving expresses desire to remain with Dallas despite speculation
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  • 4:27 AMYahoo Sports — Rockets predicted to trade for Mavericks' $118M veteran NBA champion to reunite with Kevin Durant
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The Houston Rockets might just make a power move to give themselves a shot at an NBA championship. In this proposed deal, they get one of the best to ever do it.

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