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Durant Sits With Sprained Ankle After Stepping on Fan’s Foot

Kevin Durant
January 2026

Kevin Durant missed Houston’s game after spraining his left ankle when he stepped on a fan’s foot. Coach Udoka said he tweaked it and offered no return date. Durant was named an All-Star reserve on Sunday. Durant played heavy minutes in a recent win over Dallas, then was ruled out about 90 minutes before tip. Reed Sheppard is expected to start in his place. Houston said he had not missed games for injury this season before now.

Steven Adams Undergoes Left Ankle Surgery, Out for Season

Steven Adams
January 2026

The Rockets announced Adams will miss the rest of the season after left ankle surgery. He suffered the injury against New Orleans and was diagnosed with a Grade 3 sprain; Houston lose a key rebounder and interior presence while already missing Fred VanVleet for the season.

Kevin Durant takes less to extend with Rockets

Kevin Durant (Houston Rockets)
October 2025

Durant signed a two-year extension (player option Year 2), reportedly ~$90m, to stay in Houston through at least 2027. He left significant money on the table, prioritizing roster flexibility as the Rockets chase contention. Houston leverages Durant’s buy-in to maintain cap optionality for complementary upgrades. The move aligns veteran star power with a 50-win core and preserves future maneuvering while extending a window without over-committing late-prime dollars.

Udoka Becomes One of NBA’s Highest-Paid Coaches with New Deal

Ime Udoka (Houston Rockets)
June 2025

Ime Udoka has signed a long-term extension with the Houston Rockets that will pay him eight figures annually, making him one of the highest-paid coaches in the league after just his second season with the franchise.
Udoka led Houston to a 52-30 record and their first playoff berth since 2020, drastically improving defense and win totals. His continued progress prompted the front office to secure long-term continuity amid outside interest from teams like the Knicks.

Ime Udoka Pleased With Defense, Criticizes Rockets’ Offensive Execution

Ime Udoka (Houston Rockets)
April 2025 (Game 1 postgame)

Rockets coach Ime Udoka said the defense was good enough to win but called the offense the worst of the season after a 10-point loss to Golden State.
Udoka declined to overreact, noting five players were making playoff debuts. He stressed better shot selection and ball movement are key for Game 2 improvements.

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