The Los Angeles Lakers are absolutely tearing it up in Las Vegas, sitting at a perfect 2-0 and showing everyone why this is their best Summer League squad since that legendary 2017 championship team with Lonzo Ball, Kyle Kuzma and crew. This isn't just winning; the squad dominated their first two games by a combined 33 points!
Kaluma's 3&D Grind Is Pushing For A Roster Spot
And look, while the whole team is shining bright, one dude just went off in a way that had everyone in Vegas talking. Arthur Kaluma had an absolutely insane night against the Dallas Mavericks, dropping a ridiculous 34 points on a super efficient 11-of-16 shooting from the field. He even grabbed 5 rebounds and, get this, drained 6 three-pointers! Six threes! This guy, currently signed under an Exhibit-10 contract, is screaming for a two-way deal with performances like that. What's even wilder is he says he prides himself on the defensive end, calling himself a "3&D" player. He got scorching hot, yeah, but he's all about that D. You love to see a player putting in the work on both ends, especially when the parent team could genuinely use that type of versatile talent. It’s also awesome that Kaluma pointed out the team has "great camaraderie" and wants "everybody to succeed." That positive culture, even in Summer League, is priceless.
Battle For L.A. Supremacy Hits The Vegas Hardwood
Now, this undefeated run faces a serious test. The Lakers are set to clash with the L.A. Clippers on Tuesday, and the Clippers are definitely not coming in cold. They just snatched a commendable 104-82 victory against the Utah Jazz. The Clippers, currently at 1-1, boast serious talent including Keaton Wagler, their No. 5 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, along with seasoned Summer League veterans like Cam Christie and Kobe Sanders. If those three are active, expect them to lead the charge. The Lakers are gonna have to bring that same firepower and collective defensive effort that won them their first two games in such dominant fashion. Because the stakes just keep climbing for these aspiring pros. They need to keep balling out, and the best way to do that? Keep winning, or even better, go all in for that Summer League championship.
So, mark your calendars, because this is going to be a must-watch showdown. The Lakers and Clippers are set to tip off on Tuesday, July 14, at 7 p.m. PT at the Thomas & Mack Center. You can catch all the action live on Prime Video. This isn't just another game; it's a chance for the Lakers to cement their status as the team to beat in Vegas and for guys like Kaluma to make their case even stronger. Let's see if they can keep this train rolling straight to a Summer League title!
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