# SOFT RESET: Rockets Are FAR BEHIND Spurs & Thunder | Should They TRADE Kevin Durant OR Run It Back?

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Podcast: [Locked On Rockets - Daily Podcast On The Houston Rockets](https://stenobird.com/podcast/main-feed-579535)
Published: 2026-05-29T15:06:28+00:00
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## Resource

Houston Rockets confront major crossroads: Should they chase an established star, maintain course, or hit reset and target the 2026 NBA Draft? The gap between the Rockets and Western Conference powerhouses like the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs has never been wider, raising big questions about Houston’s long-term strategy. Is building around Kevin Durant the answer, or should the franchise cash in on his value for a shot at a future superstar? Host Jackson Gatlin (@JTGatlin) is joined by weekly cohost and NBA Draft enthusiast Madison Moore (@MadManLeaks) debate Houston’s three possible paths—pushing all-in for another star, running it back with the current roster, or executing a “soft reset” to jump into this year’s lottery for prospects like AJ Dybantsa. Key topics include the disappointing development of the young core, the value of organic team-building versus quick fixes, and which draft trade scenarios (including potential deals with the LA Clippers) could finally bring Houston a franchise cornerstone.

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