What happened: ChicagoFlow labeled one of the three the clear No. 1 option in the group. He centered the case on complementary fit, with each star raising the other two's games.

Why it matters: Portland has positioned Morant, Lillard and Avdija as its new core entering 2026-27. Sorting primary creation duties among two guards and a point-forward shapes early rotation choices.

What to watch: Portland's preseason rotation offers the first test of staggered minutes for the trio.