Summary
The Houston Rockets are considering trading for Trae Young, an All-Star point guard from the Atlanta Hawks, after losing their star guard Fred VanVleet to a season-ending injury. The Rockets aim to improve their team with Young, who would join other key players like Kevin Durant.
Key Facts
- The Houston Rockets are seen as favorites to win the NBA title in the upcoming season.
- The Rockets traded for Kevin Durant on the last day of the 2024-25 season.
- Fred VanVleet of the Rockets is out for the season with a torn ACL.
- NBA insider Greg Swartz suggests the Rockets could trade for Trae Young.
- Young is an All-Star point guard with a $215 million contract.
- The Rockets could use VanVleet's expiring $25 million contract to help acquire Young.
- Trae Young's defense and height are considered weaknesses, but he could excel alongside star players like Kevin Durant.
