The Houston Rockets came away as the winners of the offseason after they traded for one of the best players in the NBA in Kevin Durant.
Warriors Named Top Landing Spot for $16.4 Million Forward in Major Trade
Prior to Game 7 of the NBA Finals, the Rockets wasted no time getting their tremendous offseason rolling by acquiring the 15-time All-Star. Because they acquired Durant, the Rockets are now among the favorites to hoist the Larry O'Brien Trophy at the end of this upcoming season.
The Rockets have a long way to go for that, and there is a chance that Durant could be one-and-done in Houston. Durant is under contract for only this season, and if both sides fail to come up with a deal, the 36-year-old could hit free agency next summer.
If that happens to be the case, Barry Jackson