Could the L.A. Lakers build a new big three of LeBron James, Paul George and Kawhi Leonard this summer?
That's the kind of star-studded scenario of which Lakers fans have dreamed since last making the playoffs five years ago, and which the rest of the NBA has feared. While it's a long shot, such a partnership is possible if it's what the players involved really want.
Let's run through the possibilities -- and the challenges.
How the Lakers could make it work financially
The Lakers signing George and James, both of whom can become unrestricted free agents if they decline 2018-19 player options, is easy enough.