The Houston Rockets haven't extended Kevin Durant after acquiring him in a blockbuster deal. One prominent NBA insider says that fans don't need to worry about that.
NBA negotiations can drag. Both sides need to ensure they're reaching a mutually beneficial arrangement. The Rockets can't just max Durant out, and nobody should expect him to take an overly team-friendly deal.
This transaction doesn't happen unless both sides are optimistic about the outcome. The Rockets will extend Durant, but they've got a lot to consider.
Zach Lowe suspects that Tari Eason's pending extension is a factor.