NBA Market: News with Kevin Durant and Houston Rockets

Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets are in advanced discussions to finalize a long-term contract extension, as reported by Shams Charania of ESPN on the NBA Today show. The player's representative and business partner, Rich Kleiman, has maintained "constant communication" with the Texas franchise to reach a new agreement before the start of the regular season.

According to the report, there is optimism on both sides that the agreement can be signed in the coming days. Durant, 36, is eligible to sign an extension valued at over 120 million dollars for two seasons, allowing him to continue his career in Houston beyond his current contract.

The forward is currently under a contract expiring at the end of this season, with a salary of 55 million dollars. His arrival at the Rockets came after a trade from the Phoenix Suns, a move that marked one of the biggest market coups during the summer. The franchise led by Ime Udoka aims to combine Durant's veteran talent with the promising young core led by Jalen Green, Alperen Sengun, and Amen Thompson.

However, according to Charania, the Rockets have not yet finalized the extension as they first aim to resolve the contractual situation of Tari Eason, who is eligible to sign a rookie-scale extension. Houston's priority is to define both agreements without compromising their mid-term salary flexibility.

Kevin Durant's Words

During the team's media day, Durant publicly addressed his future and made clear his intention to continue in Houston: "Yes, I see myself signing a contract extension. I can't say exactly when it will happen, but I do see it happening," stated the veteran player.

Durant's potential renewal would solidify the Rockets' project, seeking an immediate competitive leap after several years of rebuilding. With the experience and leadership of the two-time NBA champion, Houston aspires to become a contender in the Western Conference, where the competition remains fierce. If the extension is finalized before the season starts, the Rockets would secure not only one of the league's biggest stars but also a key figure to guide the growth of their young squad.

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