In early February, the Phoenix Suns attempted to trade Kevin Durant to the Golden State Warriors without his knowledge. He eventually got wind of the negotiations and squashed the deal, but the writing was on the wall at that point.

The Memphis Grizzlies gained some valuable trade assets in the form of four first-round picks from the Orlando Magic after trading Desmond Bane earlier this week, but the team reportedly won't be in the mix for Kevin Durant.

Timberwolves React to Kevin Durant Trade Rumors With Jaden McDaniels Post originally appeared on Athlon Sports. There has been plenty said and speculated about why or why not Kevin Durant joining the Minnesota Timberwolves makes sense.