After two and a half seasons with the Phoenix Suns, Kevin Durant joined the Houston Rockets last summer in a trade that included both Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks. Despite Durant’s age (37), he was more durable than both Green and Brooks during the 2025-26 season, playing in 78 of 82 contests, averaging 36.4 minutes per game. In those minutes, the 16-time All-Star continued to score, showing no signs of slowing down.
During the year, Durant averaged 26 points, 5.5 rebounds, 4.8 assists, 0.9 blocks and 0.8 steals. This marked the 17th consecutive year where Durant averaged 25 or more points, with the lone exception being his rookie season (20.3). Although Durant’s rebounding numbers were a bit down, his field goal percentage remained about the same. His 3-point percentage was slightly down as well but still incredibly efficient, shooting over 41% from beyond the arc. As a result, Durant made the All-NBA Second Team and another All-Star appearance. Moving forward, Durant’s biggest area of focus should be limiting turnovers, averaging a career 3.2 per game. Additionally, considering the reports that came out mid-season, Durant could bear to improve his off-court relationships with teammates.
Overall grade: A
This article originally appeared on Rockets Wire: Houston Rockets 2025-26 player grades: Kevin Durant
Reporting by Mack Baltes, Rockets Wire / Rockets Wire
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