The Houston Rockets ended up winning the Kevin Durant sweepstakes, acquiring the superstar forward from the Phoenix Suns in a major blockbuster trade. In order to get Durant, the Rockets had to give up rising star guard Jalen Green.

Houston picked Whitmore, 20, 20th in the 2023 draft with a pick acquired in the Memphis Grizzlies' trade for guard Luke Kennard. In two seasons with the team, he has averaged 10.8 points, 3.4 rebounds and 0.8 assists per game.

According to Shams Charania on ESPN’s First Take, Houston was Durant’s top choice, and he intends to stay with the Rockets until he’s ready to hang them up. Shams said: “The goal right now for Kevin Durant and the Rockets is for him to retire in Houston.