Last season, the LA Lakers pulled off a stunning blockbuster by acquiring Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks. As they continue to build out around their new superstar talent, one key member of the Denver Nuggets is on their radar as a possible running mate.

Dirk Nowitzki changed the NBA forever when he became one of the first European players to achieve superstar status in the league. Coming from Germany, he proved that international players could succeed at the highest level.