BREAKING: Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant will miss tonight’s game against the Phoenix Suns due to personal reasons, delaying his highly anticipated return to the city where he played for the last 2.5 seasons. This news comes just hours before the game is set to tip-off at 8:00 PM ET, sending shockwaves through the NBA community.
Durant, a 15-time All-Star and the leading scorer for the Rockets this season, was listed as out on the injury report released Sunday night. He averaged an impressive 26.8 points over 145 games during his tenure with the Suns from 2023 to 2025.
The 37-year-old forward was traded to the Rockets in a blockbuster seven-team deal that involved key players like Dillon Brooks and Jalen Green, alongside the crucial No. 10 overall pick which the Suns used to draft center Khaman Maluach.
Houston currently boasts a strong 10-4 record this season, while Phoenix improved to 11-6 after a 111-102 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday. This matchup was expected to be a highlight, with both teams performing well early in the season.
Durant’s absence raises questions about the Rockets’ strategy against a talented Suns squad, especially given the emotional stakes of his return. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how Houston adapts without their star player.
As the situation develops, keep an eye on updates regarding Durant’s personal circumstances and any potential implications for the Rockets’ season moving forward. For now, the spotlight shifts to the teams on the court as they prepare for this pivotal matchup.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
