The Lakers ultimately won a tight game, 107-99, and LeBron James had 27 points, 12 rebounds, and three assists in the game. Kyrie Irving led the Mavericks with 35 points, while Klay Thompson added 22.

In his first comments since being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers earlier Sunday, NBA superstar Luka Doncic penned a thank you letter to the Dallas Mavericks, their fans and the city of Dallas.