In his first NBA start, Ryan Nembhard impressed with 17 points on an efficient 7-of-11 shooting night, adding two rebounds, four assists, a steal, and three three-pointers in the Mavericks’ loss to the Lakers. Though the team couldn’t secure a win, Nembhard’s ability to mesh well with Anthony Davis was a positive takeaway. With Nembhard starting, Brandon Williams took over backup point guard duties, while D’Angelo Russell sat out, though his status for the next game remains uncertain due to Nembhard’s recent knee issues.