Kevin Durant and his future with the Houston Rockets may already be less certain than many expected.Despite arriving in Houston only last season, a new report suggests the Rockets are not treating the future Hall of Famer as an untouchable piece and could be willing to move him if the right trade opportunity presents itself. Houston never viewed the Durant acquisition as a long-term commitment, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.Whether or not the Rockets look to continue their partnership with Durant is the big question at large, especially since they dont view him as an untouchable talent in trade talks on their roster, Houston viewed the opportunity to acquire Durant as a way to upgrade from Jalen Green and bridge the gaps in their lineup to contend in the West, but by no means was this addition viewed as a long-term commitment, Siegel said.Many around the league are skeptical of the Rockets wanting to keep Durant through the end of his current contract running through the 2027-28 season, It isnt a secret to anyone that there were tensions between Durant and the Rockets locker room last season after reports of an alleged burner account came to light and frustrations were mounting internally about the team not taking a step forward with the former league MVP at the helm.The report also links Durant to a potential future partnership with Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham, claiming the interest is mutual if Houston decides to make the veteran forward available.If Durant becomes available in any capacity or the Rockets look at possible trades involving him either now or in the near future, the Pistons are fully expected to be at the front of the line to bid on his services, Siegel continued.Related Article: Sixers Make Their Move Toward LeBron JamesTwo league sources with knowledge of the situation told ClutchPoints that the Pistons were set on figuring out a path to land Durant, but nothing ever materialized in this three-team idea, nor did anything appear possible in brief discussions with only Houston. Perhaps the greatest detail to emerge from all of these rumors is that Durant has interest in playing alongside Pistons star Cade Cunningham.READ MORE: LeBron James Choosing Peace Over Paycheck After Lakers Exit
