Summary
Kevin Durant posted photos on Instagram for his birthday, including one with former teammate Russell Westbrook. This sparked rumors that the Houston Rockets might want to reunite the two players, especially after another player's injury. Rockets coach Ime Udoka did not discuss signing a new point guard and mentioned other players would step up.
Key Facts
- Kevin Durant shared 15 pictures on Instagram for his 37th birthday; only two were about basketball.
- One basketball photo featured Durant with Russell Westbrook from a 2016 event.
- Fans speculated the Rockets might reunite Durant with Westbrook after Fred VanVleet's injury.
- Some fans expressed disappointment, saying the reunion would not happen.
- Rockets coach Ime Udoka didn't mention signing Westbrook and highlighted existing players for expanded roles.
- Ime Udoka spoke about Amen Thompson and Reed Sheppard taking on more playmaking duties.
