As the Houston Rockets enter the 2025-26 NBA season, all eyes are on superstar acquisition Kevin Durant, holding one central, burning question; can he elevate this team into true championship contention?
It is that exact question that will define the Rockets' season, and, as season ticket sales rise to new high and Houston receives a smattering of games on national broadcasts, it seems as though this ascendant young team is finally getting the respect they deserve on a national stage.
While it remains to be seen whether the addition of Durant will bring in the results that organization envisions, it should make for some exceedingly fun basketball no matter the circumstances.