The NBA world is once again buzzing with social media drama, and a familiar face is at the center of the storm. Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant is facing intense speculation regarding a secret X (formerly Twitter) account allegedly used to criticize his current teammates.
Here is a complete breakdown of the viral rumors, the leaked screenshots, and how the veteran star is handling the controversy.
The Controversy Surrounding @gethigher77
The digital firestorm ignited when screenshots of direct messages began circulating across platforms like X and Facebook. The messages, originating from the handle @gethigher77, appear to show the account holder taking direct swipes at two of Durant’s Houston Rockets teammates:
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All-Star center Alperen Şengün
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Young forward Jabari Smith Jr.
These leaked threads quickly gained millions of impressions. Fans and NBA analysts immediately began debating whether the 16-year veteran had returned to his old habits of engaging in online skirmishes under a pseudonym.
Durant’s Response
On Wednesday, February 18, 2026, Durant addressed the media following team practice to confront the rumors head-on. He took a dismissive yet firm stance on the allegations.
“I’m not here to get into Twitter nonsense,” Durant told reporters. “I’m just here to focus on the season, keep it pushing, but I get why you have to ask those questions.”
Durant emphasized that the locker room remains entirely unfazed by the internet chatter. He claimed the group is fully “locked in” and focused solely on their upcoming road trip following the All-Star break, brushing off the digital distractions.
A History of Burner Accounts
While there is no definitive forensic evidence linking Durant to the @gethigher77 handle, the speculation is heavily fueled by his well-documented history. In 2019, during his time with the Golden State Warriors, Durant famously admitted to using secondary accounts to defend himself against online critics.
However, this current situation carries much more weight. Arguing with fans is one thing, but allegedly disparaging current teammates during a competitive playoff push presents a potential locker room hazard. For now, the Houston Rockets organization seems content to treat the viral drama as a minor media distraction rather than a full-blown crisis.
