If the Timberwolves are still hoping they can persuade Kevin Love not to opt out of his contract after next season, they can give up hope.
The all-star forward is adamant about leaving, either by forcing a trade or on his own. For a variety of reasons, there is no chance he will change his mind.
Had the Wolves, however, given Love a maximum five-year contract instead of four years in 2012, he would not have wanted out of Minnesota.