Paul George has been clear his preference is to remain with the Indiana Pacers if they can become title contenders but signing with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2018 is his Plan B.

George's priorities with his immediate future have made other teams hesitant to trade for him. George won't commit long-term to teams beyond the Pacers and Lakers.

George recently met with Pacers' owner Herb Simon for a cordial conversation about his future.

The Pacers are pursuing two paths as they look to improve their roster around George while also listening to trade offers.