San Francisco, California, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) dribbles the ball next to Golden State Warriors guard Buddy Hield (7) in the first quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images / Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images PHOENIX -- We're two days away from the NBA's Feb.

The Golden State Warriors may need to part with one an NBA champion if they want to pry Kevin Durant from the Phoenix Suns.

Bradley Beal's no-trade clause continues serving as a significant obstacle in Phoenix's pursuit of Butler because, as Gambadoro noted, the Suns are trying to deal the three-time All-Star. In the third season of his five-year, $251 million contract, Beal reportedly has no plans to waive his no-trade clause.