Houston has already taken the liberty of extending Jabari Smith Jr. and Alperen Sengun, securing their backcourt for the future; however, Tari Eason and Amen Thompson are next in line if the Rockets plan on keeping this core four together for seasons to come.

The Houston Rockets reportedly aren't expected to give Kevin Durant a two-year, $122 million maximum contract extension after trading for the star forward.

Kevin Durant and the Rockets may not reach a quick resolution on contract extension talks, as Houston isn't planning on handing out max money to the veteran star. Tim MacMahon discussed the Rockets' plans with Durant on the "Hoop Collective" podcast,