The NBA's in-season tournament returns for its third year. The Los Angeles Lakers and Milwaukee Bucks won the last two tournaments, and with over $500,000 for each player on the winning team on the line, it's certainly something several of the game's biggest stars will show out for.

The third edition of the in-season tournament tips off on Friday. Let's take a look at who has the best chance to advance to Vegas in December.

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