Kevin Durant Fantasy Stats

Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (personal) won't play on Monday in Phoenix or Wednesday in Golden State. The 37-year-old has had a down season, averaging 24.6 points, his fewest since his rookie campaign. He's dealing with a family matter, so fantasy managers will need to take the wait-and-see approach regarding his availability for Sunday's game in Utah. While Durant is off the floor, Ausar Thompson, Alperen Sengun, and Jabari Smith Jr. are the favorites to benefit the most offensively. However, Reed Sheppard, who had a team-high 27 points in Friday's three-point NBA Cup loss to the Denver Nuggets, could be entering the most productive stretch of his career.

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant agreed to a two-year, $90 million contract extension with the team. He was eligible for more. However, the 37-year-old was willing to take less. Durant was traded to the Rockets in July after spending the last few seasons with the Phoenix Suns, most recently averaging 26.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 1.2 blocks while shooting 43.0% from downtown throughout the 2024 campaign. He's closing in on two decades of service in the National Basketball Association, so his production is expected to decline in the coming years. Still, Durant is anticipated to remain in the All-Star conversation for at least a few more seasons, giving him plenty of upside for fantasy managers in all formats. Of course, he will need to stay healthy, something that's been an issue at times throughout his career.

Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant is planning a multi-year stay in Texas. "I do see myself signing a contract extension," Durant told reporters during Monday's media day. "I can't tell you exactly when that will happen, but I do see it happening." Durant is eligible to sign a two-year extension worth over $120 million. However, there have been suggestions that the Rockets aren't willing to offer him a max deal. Durant turned 37 on Monday, but if last year is any indication, he appears poised to remain a top-tier fantasy producer this season.

According to ESPN's Brian Windhorst, the Houston Rockets and forward Kevin Durant have had discussions regarding a new contract. The multi-time All-Star was traded to the Rockets during the offseason. There were those who believed a deal would get done immediately upon his arrival in Houston, although that hasn't happened. Windhorst reported that "there is belief they will come to terms." However, Windhorst added that KD may need to settle for less than a max contract. The 36-year-old is coming off a disappointing stretch with the Suns. Yet, despite the team's struggles, he averaged 26.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 1.2 boards while shooting 43.0% from behind the arc. Durant logged only 62 games in 2024 due to injury. With that in mind, he's still projected to be a top option in any fantasy format, even if he misses some time throughout the 2025 campaign. As of now, Durant is in line to make nearly $55 million this season. If a new agreement isn't reached, he'll be an unrestricted free agent next summer.

Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant is poised to significantly enhance the team's title hopes in 2025-26. But the leadership in Houston reportedly isn't interested in offering him a maximum contract extension. "Certainly, I think both sides want that to be more than a one-year window," ESPN's Tim MacMahon reported on Wednesday. "But it's not going to be a max extension. If that was the priority for Kevin Durant, it would have been done in conjunction with the trade and he probably wouldn't have ended up in Houston." The veteran superstar is entering the final season of a four-year, $198 million deal. He is currently eligible to sign a two-year, $118 million extension. MacMahon added that Houston's priority at the moment is to extend Tari Eason.

Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant was traded to the Houston Rockets in exchange for guard Jalen Green, forward Dillon Brooks, and the No. 10 overall pick in the upcoming NBA Draft. Also, the Suns acquired five future second-round picks as well. The drama is finally over as Durant lands with one of his preferred teams. The other two teams he was interested in were the San Antonio Spurs and Miami Heat. Durant has bounced around quite a bit over the last 10 years. However, Durant remains productive averaging 26 points per game or more in each of the last eight seasons. He remains one of the most consistent players in the league, so the 36-year-old will remain a top tier fantasy option regardless of the jersey he wears. The Rockets appear ready to go all-in and Durant could help give them the boost they need.

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant reportedly has "no desire" to be traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves. There are a number of teams interested in making a move for the 36-year-old. However, it appears he is only interested in suiting up for the Miami Heat, San Antonio Spurs, and Houston Rockets. Granted, KD doesn't have an official no-trade clause. But some teams may lose interest if he doesn't commit to an extension beyond the 2025-26 campaign. With the start of the new NBA year right around the corner, discussions should intensify, with some even speculating a trade could happen ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft. With that said, Durant is still performing at an All-Star level. That shouldn't change, regardless of where he is playing come October.

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, there is "some serious traction" regarding a trade for Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant. There are several teams who have expressed interest in the 2014 MVP. However, Charania indicated that the Houston Rockets, Miami Heat, and Minnesota Timberwolves are the three clubs who appear to have the best chance of landing Durant, at least as of right now, with a deal potentially happening "in the next few days." Durant continues to produce at an exceptional level despite being in the National Basketball Association for nearly two decades, most recently averaging 26.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 1.2 blocks in 62 games with the Suns in 2024-25. No matter where he ends up, he'll probably remain a top-25 fantasy option heading into next season. The 36-year-old is also expected to remain in the All-Star conversation for at least a few more seasons, although his inability to stay healthy at times has been a deterrent for fantasy managers.

According to Shams Charania of ESPN, the Phoenix Suns are focused on trading forward Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets, Minnesota Timberwolves, San Antonio Spurs, New York Knicks, and Miami Heat. The insider said that there is traction towards getting a deal done soon, and that the deal could get done ahead of the NBA Draft in a few weeks. Durant is on an expiring contract and could either be viewed as a one-year "rental" player or be given a longer-term deal. If he is traded, Durant will be eligible to sign a two-year, $112 million extension with his new team in July. Knicks' and Spurs' reporters have downplayed the likelihood of Durant landing with those teams, but the Heat seem to be legitimately interested, according to Ira Winderman of The South Florida Sun Sentinel.

According to Stefan Bondy of the New York Post, the New York Knicks will not pursue a trade involving Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant. A report from ESPN's Shams Charania linked Durant to several teams, including the Houston Rockets, San Antonio Spurs, Miami Heat, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Knicks. However, it appears the Knicks aren't interested, especially since making a swap for the multi-time All-Star could mean players like OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges, among others, would need to be involved. Durant, who is eligible to sign a two-year extension on July 6, averaged 26.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 4.2 assists in 62 games for the Suns last season. He also shot an impressive 43.0% from behind the arc. The 36-year-old should remain a top-25 fantasy option in preseason fantasy rankings, regardless of format, although that could change based on where he ends up.