Alleged Kevin Durant Burner Account Causes Stir on All-Star Weekend

Screenshots of a social media account ripping Rockets players sparks speculation about Durant's involvement.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Rumors have surfaced during NBA All-Star weekend that a social media account under the handle @gethigher77 is allegedly a burner account used by Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant to criticize his former Houston Rockets teammates. While screenshots of the account's posts have been widely shared online, there has been no official confirmation linking the account to Durant, who has a history of using burner accounts to defend himself online.

Why it matters

Durant's use of burner accounts in the past to anonymously comment on his teams and players has been a source of controversy, raising questions about transparency and authenticity in how NBA stars engage with fans and media online.

The details

The @gethigher77 account, which is currently locked, has been accused of posting disparaging comments about current Rockets players. While the screenshots appear to show the account holder ripping into the Rockets, there has been no verification that Durant is actually behind the account.

  • The alleged burner account activity surfaced during the 2026 NBA All-Star weekend in Houston.

The players

Kevin Durant

A star player for the Brooklyn Nets who has been accused of using burner accounts in the past to anonymously comment on his teams and players.

Houston Rockets

Durant's former team, whose current players have been the target of criticism from the alleged burner account.

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What they’re saying

“We've been here before with Kevin Durant. Is there another burner account that's ripping his Rockets teammates?”

— Charles Curtis (usatoday.com)

What’s next

Reporters are expected to question Durant about the alleged burner account during media availability at the NBA All-Star weekend.

The takeaway

The resurfacing of burner account allegations against Durant highlights the ongoing challenges of transparency and authenticity in how NBA stars engage with fans and media online, raising questions about the line between personal expression and professional conduct.