The trade could serve as the missing link for both teams: the Suns are in need of a reliable big man, while the Timberwolves are looking for another superstar to help alleviate pressure on Anthony Ed...

Brian Windhorst discusses additional teams, beyond Durant's top picks of the Rockets, Spurs and Heat, that are showing interest in him.

Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reported that the Rockets "have been unwilling" to give up swingman Amen Thompson in a trade for Durant, and they "would also not want to part with" center Alperen Sengun.