A plethora of reports came out on Saturday night implying that the Timberwolves could be out of the running for Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant. Could it all be a smoke screen from Durant and his team?

Meanwhile, Minnesota adds Durant to Anthony Edwards to form a lethal one-two punch, with a chance to retain upcoming free agents Julius Randle and Naz Reid. The Timberwolves would be top-heavy, especially if Nickeil Alexander-Walker departs in free agency as expected, but it would be quite difficult for anyone to get stops against that offense.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves continue to be involved in rumors of having Kevin Durant on the team, and Stephen A. Smith has reacted to the reports.

Kevin Durant ’s name continues to dominate headlines, and the Minnesota Timberwolves are suddenly front and center in the chase for the 15-time All-Star. After weeks of speculation, momentum returned in full force, with reports pointing to a renewed push from Minnesota to land the veteran scorer ahead of the NBA draft.

Kevin Durant's future in Phoenix is uncertain, with the Minnesota Timberwolves emerging as a potential trade partner. A proposed blockbuster deal could send Durant to Minnesota, pairing him with Anthony Edwards.

The Timberwolves continue to top the rankings for the most popular Kevin Durant destination, and Zach Lowe cemented it with the top spot in the buzz rankings.

There could be a Kevin Durant trade in the next “few days”, per @ShamsCharania “The focus of the Suns conversations have been on a few of the teams. The Houston Rockets, the Miami Heat, and the Minnesota Timberwolves.” (Via @PatMcAfeeShow) pic.twitter.com/Wrhsy6Z0kC