URGENT UPDATE: Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant will miss tonight’s game against the Phoenix Suns due to personal reasons, delaying his return to the city where he spent the last 2.5 seasons. This news comes just hours before the game, heightening anticipation and concern among fans.
Durant, a 15-time All-Star and the Rockets’ leading scorer this season, was listed as out in the injury report released last night. His absence is significant for the team, which boasts a strong 10-4 record this season. The Rockets were hoping to leverage Durant’s experience in this critical matchup against the Suns, who are off to a solid start at 11-6 after their recent victory over the San Antonio Spurs.
The 37-year-old veteran, who averaged 26.8 points during his tenure with the Suns from 2023 to 2025, was traded to the Rockets in a major offseason deal. This seven-team trade also sent Dillon Brooks, Jalen Green, and the No. 10 overall pick to Phoenix, which the Suns used to draft promising center Khaman Maluach.
The emotional impact of Durant’s absence will be felt not only by his teammates but also by the fans who were eager to see him play in Phoenix again. As the Rockets aim to maintain their winning momentum, they will need to adapt quickly without their star player.
As the game approaches, all eyes will be on the Rockets to see how they manage this unexpected setback. Stay tuned for live updates and further developments surrounding Durant’s situation and the game tonight at 7:00 PM local time.
