SUMMARY
- An old video of Kevin Durant working out with Jabari Smith Jr resurfaced the internet, igniting Rockets trade rumors.
- Smith believes KD has had great impact on his game.
Kevin Durant has dedicated his entire life to the sport of basketball and we all know how important it has been to him. Shortly after his playoff exit, KD was spotted attempting fake jump shots while he was at a nightclub. It just seems like the grind never stops for the 14x NBA All-Star. But that’s the key to maintaining great form all year around which also duly impacts a team’s performance.
Recently, KD has been linked to trade rumors involving the Houston Rockets. Sources believe that the Rockets are likely to acquire the Phoenix Suns’ picks from the Brooklyn Nets and use those to convince the Suns to give them KD. While this trade hasn’t received any traction, there’s certainly a possibility of it happening.
Kevin Durant and Jabari Smith Jr. in the gym together. 🔥
(via @NBA)
— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) July 5, 2024
KD footwork is impeccable. Sheeeesh 🥶
Y’all ain’t watching.— Slim (@SlimPickin_) July 5, 2024
kd really is just different, his movement is unparalleled
— The Korean 76er (@thekorean76er) July 5, 2024
KD be so straight to the point 🔥
— EzzyMoney (@Iam_MrJohnson90) July 5, 2024
Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets confirmed 👀
— Christian Porter (@arizonaballer23) July 5, 2024
Some fans caught on to the idea after an old video of Durant working out with Jabari Smith Jr resurfaced on the internet. One fan said, “Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets confirmed.” Another fan simply appreciated Durant’s flawless movement by saying, “KD really is just different, his movement is unparalleled.” Whether Durant finds himself in Houston before retiring or not, he certainly has had a lot of impact on Smith’s career.
Jabari Smith Jr believes he resembles Kevin Durant’s game
Kevin Durant has inspired several young big men in the league based on his ability to perform like a guard despite being nearly seven feet tall. The 2x NBA Champion is widely regarded as one of the best shooters and scorers that has ever stepped foot on a basketball court.
“We lost so many games last year I feel like we have to circle everybody,” said Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. when I asked him about the NBA schedule. #Rockets #Sarge @TheRocketsWire pic.twitter.com/jzBgdUhiI5
— BIG SARGE MEDIA LLC (@BigSargeSportz) August 20, 2023
Jabari Smith Jr also believes that Durant had some impact on his game. Smith said following the workout, “I would say KD [has had a lot of impact on him]. It has been mutual things with other people, but that was my first time actually talking to him, having a conversation, working out with him, and just being around him.”
Smith is two seasons into his career and the 21-year-old is still finding his way up the ladder. During his second season, the Rockets forward averaged 13.7 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game as the team’s fourth option. The former Auburn star still has a couple of years before entering his prime.