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Rockets Training Camp | Kevin Durant's Minutes REDUCTION, Will Houston's Depth Be ENOUGH?
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- Sep 29, 2026
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- 1227
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Summary
Houston Rockets prioritize keeping Kevin Durant fresh, as Ime Udoka targets reducing KD's minutes for a playoff push. Can depth and development carry the team if Durant sits more often? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) breaks down Udoka's approach to load management, while Tari Eason shares the lessons he’s learning from guarding Durant in training camp. Early impressions of rookie Bruce Thornton, player chemistry with additions like Marcus Smart and Bogdan Bogdanovic, and the impact of practice intensity—all feature in this episode. Key questions revolve around the Rockets’ rotation, roles for young talents like Amen Thompson and Reed Sheppard, and whether Houston’s new depth can support a deep postseason run without over-relying on their superstar.