Despite rough start, Rockets aren't losing to lousy teams

Charlie Pallilo

The Rockets have another tough game against Portland on Tuesday night. Composite photo by Brandon Strange

Charlie Pallilo talks about the great start the Golden State Warriors are off to, and shares a silver lining for Rockets fans.

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Would Kevin Durant put the Rockets over the top? Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images.

In this episode, we explore the growing buzz surrounding the Houston Rockets and their rumored interest in trading for Kevin Durant. With speculation heating up, the big question looms: would the Rockets actually part ways with Jalen Green to make a win-now push with KD?

The conversation takes a hard look at what’s on the table. Could Fred VanVleet be part of a potential deal? Is a two-year window with Durant worth sacrificing key pieces of Houston’s young core? And if Jalen Green hasn’t yet proven he can lead a team deep into the playoffs, is now the time to pivot toward a veteran-led title run?

We also examine whether either the Rockets or the Miami Heat are truly willing to meet Phoenix’s demands, and what role Isaiah Thomas might be playing behind the scenes in the Suns’ front office — is he helping or complicating things? Reports also suggest Steven Adams may not be on board with the trade as it’s currently constructed, adding another layer of intrigue.

From questions about the Suns’ expectations to salary matching challenges in a potential blockbuster, we break down every angle of this high-stakes rumor mill.

Be sure to watch the video below as ESPN Houston's John Granato and Lance Zierlein weigh in!

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