Jalen Green starts a new chapter of his NBA career after the Houston Rockets traded him to the Phoenix Suns.

The Rockets sent Green alongside Dillon Brooks, the 10th overall pick of the 2025 NBA Draft, and five second-round picks to the Suns in exchange for Kevin Durant.

While Durant made his reactions live during an event with fans present, Green made his thoughts known on social media.

He made a story post on Instagram, sending a screenshot of the music he was listening to. The song he listed was “Blessings” by late hip-hop artist Nipsey Hussle, possibly emphasizing his humility in being able to play the game he loves.

What's next for Suns after landing Jalen Green

Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) on the court before game seven of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs against the Golden State Warriors at Toyota Center.
Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
Article Continues Below
More Phoenix Suns News
Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (3) reacts against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half at Footprint Center.
Suns rumors: Bradley Beal is a goner after Kevin Durant tradeHayden Cilley ·
Egor Demin, Collin Murray-Boyles, and Jase Richardson in Phoenix Suns jerseys, smiling, with head coach Jordan Ott and Devin Booker smiling next to Demin, Murray-Boyles and Richardson.
Ranking Phoenix Suns’ 3 best 2025 NBA Draft targets with No. 10 pickHayden Cilley ·
Kevin Durant with a Rockets jersey and a backpack on, looking back at the Suns' home arena, and silhouettes of fans below him.
Kevin Durant’s message to Suns fans after Rockets tradeHayden Cilley ·
Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) warms up before the game against the Orlando Magic at Toyota Center.
NBA rumors: The Jalen Green ‘poison pill’ that will delay finalizing Kevin Durant tradeTroy Finnegan ·
Devin Booker in a Phoenix Suns jersey smiling, with Grayson Allen and Royce O'Neale next to him, with question marks surrounding Allen and O'Neale.
The next trade Suns must make after sending Kevin Durant to RocketsHayden Cilley ·
Kevin Durant in the middle with Rockets logo on one side, Suns on the other
Kevin Durant trade grades for Rockets, Suns after blockbuster dealTroy Finnegan ·

Jalen Green's time with the Rockets ends after four seasons, starting a new stint with the Suns.

Green averaged 20.1 points, 4.3 rebounds and 3.4 assists per game after 307 regular-season appearances. He shot 42.2% from the field, including 34.2% from beyond the arc, and 79.9% from the free-throw line.

However, his form in the playoffs may have played a significant role in the Rockets trading him to the Suns. Throughout the seven-game series against the Golden State Warriors, he was unable to perform at the high level he set for himself in the regular season. He averaged 13.3 points, 5.4 rebounds and 2.9 assists per contest. He shot 37.2% overall, including 29.5% from downtown, and 66.7% from the charity stripe.

Besides his 38-point explosion in Game 2, Green only scored 12 or less points in the six other games. Four of them featured single-digit outings, highlighting his major weakness in being a consistent scorer for a playoff contender.

This resulted in the Rockets trading him for Durant, a veteran star who knows how to perform at an elite level in the playoffs. They weren't going to wait for Green to figure it out; they want to play great on both sides of the ball, something that Durant and the squad will provide.

In the meantime, Green will look to prove his doubters wrong as he looks forward to the impact he can make with the Suns.