While Kevin Durant reportedly prefers to play elsewhere, the Phoenix Suns haven't given up hope he would accept a trade to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Kevin Durant Urged to Join Miami Heat by NBA Analyst Amid Rumors originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Phoenix Suns and 15-time NBA All-Star Kevin Durant are expected to mutually find a trade suitor in the coming days or weeks. As Durant's trade saga continues to unfold, the Miami Heat have remained a top trade destination for the 36-year-old.

On Monday, ESPN confirmed that possibility, reporting that the Suns have focused on negotiations with three teams: the Rockets, Heat and Minnesota Timberwolves. The Timberwolves are obviously not one of the three teams on that list. According to Shams Charania, "Durant has no desire to be in Minnesota with the Timberwolves."