Despite a lack of movement so far, there is an expectation that Kevin Durant and the Rockets will agree to an extension.

In short, the Rockets engineered a perfect balance: they bet big by adding Durant, and they stayed disciplined by not overcommitting long-term. That duality is rare. Many teams would’ve overpaid or sacrificed future flexibility — but Houston refused.

The latest surrounding Rockets All-Star Kevin Durant potential contract extension, which could take a pay cut.