WOW! The Rockets are interested in trading for Trae Young! A quartet that could reshape the championship landscape.

American media BR reports:Trae Young is the Rockets' trade target, and his collaboration with Durant, Amen, and Sengun would be extraordinary.

Trae Young’s current contract expires in the summer of 2027, with salaries of $46 million and $48.97 million over the next two seasons. Negotiations for an extension with the Hawks have stalled. If the Rockets decide to pursue him, their main trade assets would likely include VanVleet (with an average annual salary of $25 million) and the third overall draft pick Shepard, among others.

Born on September 19, 1998, Trae Young is now 27 years old, a 1.85-meter tall combo guard, the 5th pick of the 2018 first round. In his NBA career, he has been selected to 4 All-Star games, led the league in assists once, and made the All-NBA Third Team once, among other honors.

This guy is not only one of the league’s best scorers but also one of the top playmakers. In his second year, he averaged an explosive 29.6 points, 4.3 rebounds, 9.3 assists, and 1.1 steals per game. Over the last three seasons, he has averaged over 25 points and 11 assists per game, showcasing his exceptional ball-handling talent. In 2021, he led the Hawks to the Eastern Conference Finals.

In summary, if the Rockets really manage to form a quartet of Trae Young, Amen, Durant, and Sengun, they would become the biggest title contenders in the Western Conference and the entire league. Their offense, defense, and inside scoring would all be top-notch. This lineup would be not only luxurious but also very balanced, and if great chemistry develops, they could be unbeatable.

However, this four-star lineup is likely to last only one or two seasons. Both Trae Young and Durant require max contracts, and Amen and Sengun are also about to sign max deals. Having four max contracts on one team would be even more astonishing than the lineup itself.

It is expected that Durant will finalize an early extension with the Rockets this year, likely a two-year deal worth $122 million. This might be the final contract of his career, as he will be 40 years old when it expires—a stage when retirement is a natural consideration.

Therefore, the Rockets’ future may revolve around a core trio of Trae Young or another star guard, Amen, and Sengun, which would still secure them a strong position in the competitive Western Conference!