According to ESPN's Brian Windhorst, Durant recently turned down a blockbuster trade that would've sent him to the Timberwolves, last year's surprise Western Conference finalists.

When it becomes dangerous to send a double team, I don't know how many people can guard Anthony Edwards one-on-one,' says Iman Shumpert.

Bradley Beal is getting a fresh start after two disappointing seasons with the Phoenix Suns, and it does not seem like he is experiencing many feelings of nostalgia on his way out the door.