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As news of the trade broke, dynamics shifted within the Warriors' pregame environment before their matchup against the Utah Jazz. Reporters noted unusual activity in the locker room, including players seemingly pulled for discussions, hinting at the gravity of the unfolding news. Charania revealed that interest in Kevin Durant had been an earlier focus for the Warriors, but with Durant's disinterest in returning to Golden State, the team pivoted to close this deal with the Heat.