In recent trade talks for Kevin Durant, the Phoenix Suns demanded both the No. 2 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft and Stephon Castle in return for the highly touted superstar.

Durant wants Spurs, Suns make no promises. Kevin Durant is a hooper — he just wants to play basketball. You know all the focus on where he plays and his trade value can't thrill

Odds are Phoenix asks for the No. 17 pick in a Durant trade, but it's clear KD's value around the league has plummeted. The Wolves appear to be aggressive in their pursuit, but realistically, Gobert is a valuable asset in his own right. Minnesota cannot and will not empty the entire clip.