The Las Vegas Summer League kicked off with a bang as the Lakers took on the Mavericks for their first game of the tournament. With Bronny James going up against Cooper Flagg, the young Lakers guard showcased his potential by locking up the No.

Irving has struggled with injuries in the past, and the Mavs should still be able to get by without him and allow him to get back to full strength. Their championship window will stay wide open for as long as Davis and Flagg are also there and healthy, so there's no need to rush things and risk further injury.