The Los Angeles Lakers, sitting at 1-0, aim to stay undefeated in the Las Vegas Summer League as they square off against the Dallas Mavericks, who are looking for their first win of the event. The game is set for Saturday night at the Thomas & Mack Center, with tip-off scheduled for 10:00 PM Eastern Time. ESPN will carry the national broadcast, with KFAA-TV providing the Dallas-Fort Worth regional feed, and fans can stream the action on Fubo, which offers a free trial.
In Friday’s action, first-round pick Cameron Carr contributed 18 points and two blocks as the Lakers rolled to a 96-84 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder. Adou Thiero, selected in the 2026 second round, added 20 points, while Arthur Kaluma, who spent last season in the G League with the South Bay Lakers, chipped in 18 points in 16 minutes off the bench.
Dallas, by contrast, faced a tough start to the summer league schedule, trailing by as many as 24 points in a 101-90 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Thursday. In that game, Morez Johnson, Dallas’s ninth overall pick in the recent NBA draft, erupted for 27 points and eight rebounds. Ryan Nembhard, an undrafted rookie who logged 60 games last season, had 15 points and 11 assists, and two-way player John Poulakidas added 14 points. The Lakers sent Sergio De Larrea, a Spanish forward selected 26th overall before being traded to Los Angeles on draft night, into action, and he finished with nine points on 3-for-14 shooting.
This matchup promises to be a compelling late-summer duel between two high-upside teams, with tonight’s action offering a clear test of how both rosters adapt on a larger stage. If you’re looking to catch the live stream, Fubo provides an option to start a free trial, allowing fans to watch all season long. Fubo’s platform covers nationally televised games on ESPN and NBA TV, in addition to local team coverage, making it a convenient choice for fans hoping to follow their teams throughout the season. Regional restrictions may apply.
As you plan your viewing, remember that the Lakers’ recent call-ups have shown scoring depth and versatility, while the Mavericks are banking on a blend of draft picks and veterans working in tandem to close the gap from their opener. Expect a competitive duel at the Thomas & Mack Center, with both teams eager to notch their first win and set a positive tone for the remainder of the summer league slate.
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