The Minnesota Timberwolves wanted Kevin Durant but were unwilling to include one of their most valuable players to get the deal done.

Kevin Durant was nearly dealt at the trade deadline, but the Minnesota Timberwolves' unwillingness to move one player halted such a deal.

The Timberwolves were aggressive in trying to land Kevin Durant before last month’s trade deadline, but their offers to the Suns didn’t include Anthony Edwards or Jaden McDaniels, sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.

The Minnesota Timberwolves were unwilling to part with Jaden McDaniels in trade discussions for Kevin Durant, according to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto. While Anthony Edwards was an expected untouchable in negotiations,

The Minnesota Timberwolves have set very clear boundaries on what they're willing to give up in a trade for Kevin Durant.