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Kevin Durant has been at the center of headline-making action in recent days as he launches his career with the Houston Rockets following a blockbuster seven-team trade that sent shockwaves through the NBA this offseason. The Times of India confirms that Durant, a 15-time All-Star and two-time NBA champion, is healthy and eager to play, with head coach Ime Udoka stating he will be available for all four preseason games, including the opener against the Atlanta Hawks on October 6 at the Toyota Center in Houston. With Fred VanVleet sidelined by an Achilles tear, Rockets fans and the league are watching closely to see how Durant’s leadership and versatility fill the gap for a team looking to make a serious impact this year.
On the business front, Durant continues to build his influence beyond basketball. Just Women’s Sports announced a $3.5 million seed funding round, with Durant and Rich Kleiman’s Thirty Five Ventures among the prominent investors. Durant emphasized that showcasing the excellence in women’s sports is key for the next generation, and his group’s Boardroom media platform will help amplify the momentum. Boardroom also recently featured Durant’s perspective on building new ventures at the intersection of sports and entertainment.
Media buzz followed Durant when he appeared on the Up and Adams show with Kay Adams, where, in a moment that lit up social media, he shot his shot by inviting Adams to a Houston game and Texas barbeque. Us Weekly documented the playful exchange, drawing comparisons to Travis Kelce's high-profile personal life, and fans quickly debated Durant’s charisma off the court. Adams responded by pointing out Durant’s notably private and sometimes distant public presence at previous games—a comment that only fueled more online speculation and memes.
Durant himself addressed challenges and excitement at a Houston Rockets training camp session shared on YouTube, discussing the team’s learning curve, strategies for adapting to new teammates, and the importance of leadership at this stage of his storied career. He candidly reflected on stepping into double-big lineups and the necessity of leveraging his experience to set the tone for younger teammates.
Biographically, the last week highlights Durant as not just a superstar athlete but as a maturing NBA elder statesman, entrepreneur, and occasional internet headline generator, all while his actions on and off the court continue to shape his legacy for Houston and the league at large.
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