PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns won’t see a reunion with forward Kevin Durant when the team takes on the Houston Rockets on Monday night.
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Nov 19, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) shoots against Cleveland Cavaliers center Evan Mobley (4) during the first half at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Dermer-Imagn Images
According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Durant will miss the Rockets’ next two games due to a family matter, including the one against Phoenix.
After a fallout between some in the Valley and the former Suns forward during the offseason, and a trade that sent him to Texas, many around the NBA world were anticipating the reaction once Durant stepped onto the court at Mortgage Matchup Center.
Now, fans are hoping his absence is nothing serious and have sent best wishes, noting the rarity of Durant missing games.
Sucks to not see the Kevin Durant return in Phoenix. However, some things are bigger than basketball.
Hope everything is okay with his family. https://t.co/MxR9YGfeWI
— Benjamin Garcia (@BenGarciaShow) November 23, 2025
everyone knows KD is not the type to just take games off man i’m praying everything is good with him and his family 🙏🏾 https://t.co/JN33fGUfib
— A ✩ (@adryanashton) November 23, 2025
We can have fun with rivalries and hoops here but nothing funny about this.
KD is a truly dedicated family guy and I truly hope everything is alright and he gets to return to the game he loves soon. https://t.co/PIbmZ69zss
— Espo (@Espo) November 23, 2025
Prayers to KD🙏 https://t.co/sn6vnEHRWL
— David⁶𓅓❄️⛄️ (@HoodiDrizzy) November 23, 2025
Mar 26, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) drives against Boston Celtics forward Sam Hauser (30) during the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
Durant was once part of the Suns’ “Big Three” alongside Devin Booker and Bradley Beal. While the trio didn’t see playoff success together, Durant’s time in the desert left a mark, as the basketball star had hoped to bring his championship experience to Phoenix and contend for a title.
During his time with the Suns, Durant averaged 26.8 points, 6.3 rebounds and 4.6 assists.
With or without Durant scheduled to play, the Suns’ goal remains the same: continue building chemistry and extend their hot streak.
Dec 15, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) shoots a technical foul against the New York Knicks in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-USA TODAY Sports
Following Sunday’s win over the San Antonio Spurs, Phoenix is on a three-game win streak and has gone 8-1 over its last nine games. The roster is meshing better than many analysts expected, even amid key injuries.
Durant’s absence will be felt, but the Suns will need to move forward and maintain their winning surge.
Monday’s game will still be must-see as Phoenix looks to stretch its streak to four straight wins against the Houston Rockets on Nov. 24 at 7:30 p.m.
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Wendy Lopez is a reporter for Burn City Sports. You can follow her on her X account, @wlopezde
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