The Houston Rockets made waves by acquiring Kevin Durant this summer. So far, it's looked like an unimpeachable decision.
It's ironic. Durant is having his worst season in some time. At 37, these are likely the first hints of meaningful age-related decline. His 24.6 points per game are his lowest mark since his rookie year, and his 60.8 True Shooting % (TS%) would be his lowest mark since 2010-11.
Yet, the Rockets should have no regrets about acquiring him.
Rockets' Kevin Durant trade is paying off
Let's review the trade details. The Rockets flipped Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, and the 10th overall pick for Durant.