Myndi Luevano: Are the Rockets willing to give up whatever it takes to add LeBron?
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04 June 2018
Chris Paul and the Rockets are already working to recruit LeBron James to Houston, but there will be some moves that Daryl Morey will have to execute to make this possible. Clearing cap space and trading away Ryan Anderson and his contract will make it much easier to add the King. Morey might also look to move Eric Gordon and let Clint Capela leave in free agency this offseason. If anyone can find a way to juggle all these contracts and add LeBron, it's Daryl Morey. This should be an exciting offseason for Houston, and we'll see how far the Rockets are willing to go to sign James.
In a move that sent shockwaves through the NBA, the Houston Rockets have pulled off a blockbuster trade for Kevin Durant, acquiring the superstar forward from the Phoenix Suns. The deal comes at a steep price—Houston parts ways with Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the 10th pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, and five second-rounders.
In this episode, we react to the stunning trade and break down what it means for the Rockets’ future. Is parting with Green and Brooks too much, or a necessary step toward contention? We examine the risks tied to Durant’s age and injury history, and what losing a defensive anchor like Brooks means for a young, evolving roster.
We also dive into what KD brings to the table—his scoring ability, his contract situation, and whether he can truly be "the guy" on a team that’s looking to take the next step. And if he can’t stay healthy come playoff time… was the gamble even worth it?
The Rockets just pushed all their chips in. The question now: did they bet on the right hand?
Be sure to watch the video below as ESPN Houston's John Granato and Lance Zierlein share their thoughts on the newest addition to the Rockets.
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