In NBA discourse, we tend to act like astronomers: often, we’re focused on the stars. 

That makes sense. Star players drive engagement, and most importantly, they generate the most wins. That’s what makes them stars. In basketball more than any other sport, a single player can determine the outcome of a game. 

With that said, we shouldn’t forget about the role players either. They’re essential to a contending team’s success. Typically speaking, the team that wins the NBA championship surrounds its star players with role players who maximize their effectiveness. 

The Los Angeles Clippers have two such stars. With Kawhi Leonard and Paul George in tow, only injuries will stop them from making a serious bid for the NBA title.

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Meanwhile, Luka Doncic may be the only star on the Dallas Mavericks, but as long as he wears their uniform, they’re in the title picture as well. 

Here’s a deal that has each of those teams swapping role players.