Whitmore, 20, was selected by the Rockets at No. 20 overall in the 2023 NBA draft following a standout career at Villanova. Whitmore averaged 9.4 points, three rebounds and 1.0 assist in 51 games for the Rockets last season. All told, Whitmore averaged 16.2 minutes a night in a crowded wing rotation in Houston.

Kevin Durant's recent move to the Rockets could potentially be his last, as the team intends to have the 36-year-old star retire with the franchise after signing a contract extension.

W ith the Houston Rockets trading for Kevin Durant, one of the big questions still remaining is about the future. KD has one year remaining on his deal at $55 million. The Rockets