UPDATE: Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant will NOT play against the Phoenix Suns tonight due to personal reasons. This announcement, made in the Rockets’ injury report just released on July 15, 2025, delays his highly anticipated return to Phoenix, where he dazzled fans for 2 1/2 seasons.
Durant, a 15-time All-Star, has been a standout player for the Rockets this season, leading the team with an impressive average of 26.8 points per game. His absence tonight is a significant blow for Houston, which holds a solid 10-4 record. The 37-year-old was traded to the Rockets in a blockbuster seven-team deal during the offseason, a move that sent key players including Dillon Brooks and Jalen Green to Phoenix and brought in promising rookie Khaman Maluach.
The Rockets were looking to build momentum against a Suns team that is off to a strong start as well, boasting an 11-6 record following a recent victory over the San Antonio Spurs. Without Durant, fans and analysts alike are left to wonder how Houston will fare against a formidable opponent.
As the game approaches, the focus shifts to how the Rockets will adjust to Durant’s absence and what this means for their championship aspirations. The Rockets will need to rally together and find a way to fill the scoring void left by Durant, who is under contract with the team through 2028 after signing a two-year extension.
Stay tuned for updates on Durant’s situation and how it impacts the Rockets’ strategy moving forward. The game is set to tip-off shortly, and all eyes will be on Houston as they navigate this unexpected challenge.
