"He is known to be very interested in playing in Houston," Kelly Iko and Sam Amick of The Athletic reported Monday. "Team sources said the Rockets still have significant reservations about that possible partnership, in large part, because Durant’s age (36) would be so out of sync with their younger timeline."

The Houston Rockets want to strengthen their roster with a more experienced player. This comes after their early playoff exit. Because of that, Kevin Durant has been linked to the team. However, they are now having second thoughts for a surprising reason.

Armed with numerous young prospects and draft capital, the Rockets have the capital to swing a big trade this summer.