Kevin Durant has opened a new chapter in his career, joining the Houston Rockets with one clear mission \u2014 to win an NBA title in the 2025\u201326 season.<\/p>\n
The two-time Finals MVP shared his philosophy for success, emphasizing that championship teams are built on scoring firepower.<\/p>\n
\u201cYou have to score baskets if you want to win a championship\u2026 Playing defense, we can get any of y\u2019all in here to bend your legs\u2026 that\u2019s easy. That\u2019s why I work so much in my game. If you want to win, you got to make shots,\u201d Durant said.<\/p>\n
Known as one of the most prolific scorers in basketball history, Durant\u2019s focus on offense aligns perfectly with his strengths. His ability to score from anywhere on the court remains unmatched, and Houston hopes that his elite shooting can elevate them to contender status this season.<\/p>\n
However, while Durant\u2019s arrival gives the Rockets a major offensive upgrade, questions remain about the team\u2019s defensive capabilities \u2014 a key area they must address to survive the grueling Western Conference against reigning champion Oklahoma City Thunder.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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