Earlier this week, the Houston Rockets sent a message thanking their fans following the conclusion of the 2025-26 NBA season. The message stated the below:

"Thank you for all of your support this season, Rockets fans. ❤"

The team went 52-30 this season, posting an identical record to their record from last season. One year ago, that was viewed as a success. This season, that was viewed by many as a disappointment .

The trade for Kevin Durant raised the stakes. Many perceived the move as an attempt by the Rockets' brass to go all in.

However, they would say otherwise , as it was an opportunity to offload the contract of Jalen Green, who self admitted that the franchise had been seeking to move him prior to the Durant trade last summer.…