Overview

• Durant’s new deal includes a 2027-28 player option and, with his $54.7 million this season, brings his total commitment to three years and $144.7 million.
• He was eligible for about $120 million over two years but accepted less to keep the Rockets maneuverable under the luxury‑tax aprons for roster building.
• The extension lifts Durant’s projected career earnings to approximately $598.2 million, surpassing LeBron James for the most in NBA history.
• Houston acquired Durant in July in a seven-team trade that sent Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks and draft assets — including No. 10 pick Khaman Maluach — to Phoenix.
• The sub‑max number is expected to aid near‑term decisions such as a potential Tari Eason extension before Monday’s deadline and to support a multi‑year title push alongside Alperen Şengün and Amen Thompson.