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The Houston Rockets is the official X account of the NBA franchise based in Houston, Texas, with over 4 million followers. They post game updates, highlights, player news, and team announcements in a professional, engaging style. As the verified team account, their content is highly credible and authoritative on all Rockets-related matters.
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This content revolves around a viral controversy alleging that Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant operates a burner X account (@gethigher77) that posted disparaging remarks about teammates Alperen Şengün and Jabari Smith Jr., as well as past teammates and coaches. Screenshots from a private group chat leaked during the NBA All-Star Game, sparking widespread rumors and fan speculation. Durant dismissed the claims as 'Twitter nonsense' in a press conference, emphasizing team unity and focus on the season, while coach Ime Udoka stated he ignores social media drama.
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The post gained traction due to leaked screenshots surfacing during the high-visibility NBA All-Star Game, amplifying rumors about Durant's alleged burner account amid the Rockets' strong 33-20 record and fourth-place Western Conference standing. Durant's direct dismissal and history of past burner account admissions (in 2017) fueled debates. Gilbert Arenas' claim of an inside job from the Rockets organization added intrigue, keeping the topic viral.
💡Fun Facts
- 1Kevin Durant previously admitted in 2017 to using burner accounts to interact on social media.
- 2The alleged tweets criticized Rockets teammates Şengün's defense and used a slur for Jabari Smith Jr.
- 3Gilbert Arenas suggested the leak was an 'inside job' from someone in the Rockets organization.
- 4Durant is averaging 25.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 4.4 assists this season for the 33-20 Rockets.
- 5Coach Ime Udoka says he completely ignores social media and doesn't follow the 'noise'.
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