"I'm surprised I'm that open and start brickin'" - Kevin Durant Makes Truthful Admission About $185,000,000 Teammate's Impact

Kevin Durant has opened up about the impact of Alperen Sengun on his game in his first season with the Houston Rockets. Sengun appears to have taken the leap after an impressive summer with Turkey at the 2025 EuroBasket. The Rockets could even be his team despite having Durant as his teammate.

In a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, a fan asked Durant to stop missing free throws because he wants to see him get another 50/40/90 season. KD, who is usually active on social media, replied and promised to be more locked in with his opportunities at the line.

Another fan then asked the two-time NBA champion what it feels like to play alongside a player like Sengun, who can force a switch or a double as a big man. Durant is in disbelief that he has a $185 million teammate capable of getting him open shots, though he would like to stop "bricking" to not let Sengun's efforts be wasted.

"Brother, can’t believe it lol. Sometimes I’m surprised I’m that open and start brickin…28 just sees everything," Durant tweeted.

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Kevin Durant is the Houston Rockets' leading scorer this season, averaging 26.3 points per game. Alperen Sengun is a close second, putting up 25.7 PPG. Sengun also leads the Rockets in assists and steals per game at 6.7 and 2.0, respectively.

The Turkish star even averages 8.0 rebounds per game, so he's doing everything for the Rockets. His teammates just need to continue knocking down shots since he's going to find the open man if needed. He has always been compared to Nikola Jokic and is on an exciting trajectory.

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Kevin Durant leads Rockets in win over Raptors

Kevin Durant leads Rockets in win over Raptors. (Photo: IMAGN)

The Houston Rockets improved to 2-2 and have now won two in a row after losing their first two games of the season. Kevin Durant led the Rockets to a 139-121 win over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night at the Scotiabank Arena. Durant finished with 31 points, five rebounds and three blocks.

Jabari Smith Jr. had an all-around game, putting up 25 points, five rebounds, five assists and two steals, while Alperen Sengun contributed 18 points, eight rebounds, nine assists, two steals and two blocks. Tari Eason had another huge game off the bench, scoring 14 points in 22 minutes.

Steven Adams had another efficient night, posting 12 points and 12 rebounds in 19 minutes off the bench. Amen Thompson was also brilliant with 18 points, nine rebounds and seven assists.

Edited by Juan Paolo David