Summary
The Phoenix Suns decided to trade basketball star Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets after his time with the team did not lead to the desired success. Suns owner Matt Ishbia mentioned that Durant's style didn't fit the team's future plans. This trade marks a shift for the Suns as they focus on rebuilding with younger players and draft picks.
Key Facts
- Kevin Durant was traded from the Phoenix Suns to the Houston Rockets.
- Durant joined the Suns from the Brooklyn Nets but didn't achieve the expected success.
- Suns owner Matt Ishbia stated Durant was not a good match for the team's future.
- Durant, along with Bradley Beal, joined to support franchise player Devin Booker.
- The Suns did not reach the Western Conference Finals during Durant's time there.
- The team plans to rebuild by focusing on younger players and draft picks.
- Durant's tenure with the Suns included a series win against the Los Angeles Clippers in 2022-23.
- The Suns were eliminated in the playoffs by the Denver Nuggets and later swept by the Minnesota Timberwolves.
