In the 18th season of his career, Kevin Durant remains an unbelievable phenomenon in the NBA. He is currently leading the Houston Rockets in both scoring (25.9 PPG) and field goal percentage (51% FG)—surpassing even Alperen Şengün (who was recently added to the All-Star roster as a replacement for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander).
Here are KD’s staggering numbers this season (as of early February 2026):
25.9 PPG — roughly 5 points higher than Şengün.
51% FG — higher than his career average, though technically his lowest mark in a decade.
~40% 3PT — still absolutely lethal from beyond the arc.
4.4 APG — consistent with his career average, showing a slight increase from last season.
5.3 RPG — the first time since his rookie year he has fallen below 6 rebounds per game (the only visible sign of aging).
48/51 Games Played — appearing in nearly every game, averaging almost 37 minutes per night.
Durant endured a drama-filled summer before being brought to Houston in a massive 7-team trade. So far, he hasn’t just met expectations—he has exceeded them. He is healthy, efficient, and remains one of the most feared scorers in the league.
The Houston Rockets Are Reaping the Benefits
Ranked 4th in the West (32-19) — neck-and-neck with the Lakers.
Youthful Core: A young roster (Şengün, Amen Thompson, Jabari Smith Jr., Reed Sheppard) is being “upgraded” by the presence of a veteran superstar.
The Gravity Effect: Durant doesn’t just score; he creates space for his teammates, making the Rockets’ offense unpredictable and highly effective.
KD is playing with a “one last dance” spirit—every game is a statement that age cannot stop him. Looking up at the retired jerseys in the Toyota Center, he remarked:
“Every time I step on the court, I look up at those retired jerseys. It makes me push harder. If I put in enough work, maybe one day I’ll be up there with them.”
Rockets fans – what do you think of KD’s performance this season? Can he lead the team past the first round of the playoffs? And will his jersey eventually hang in the Toyota Center rafters?