The Houston Rockets have garnered praise for acquiring Kevin Durant. That's fair, but Durant's age and injury-proneness are valid concerns.
It's undeniable. Durant is a senior in NBA terms. Durant has played an average of 54.8 games per season over the last five NBA seasons. He's likely to miss time.
One reporter from The Athletic is quick to concede that point.
New Rockets star is likely to miss time
"He is...injury prone...he's going to miss 20-25 games. Can they withstand that?"
-Dave DuFour, The Athletic
It's a valid question.