Dallas Mavericks fans might want to look away. While fans are incredibly happy with Flagg and all of the possibilities he brings, Doncic was the franchise player who was beloved in Dallas, somehow rivaling even Dirk Nowitzki as the all-time face of the franchise.

The Houston Rockets acquired Kevin Durant this summer and can offer him a two-year, $122.1 million extension.

Veteran point guard Marcus Smart "has been working hard on his body this summer," according to NBA insider Marc Stein.

Dorian Finney-Smith makes his feelings known on his bond with Luka Doncic and how he reacted when he found out Finney-Smith was joining the Rockets.

While he was initially shocked over the trade that sent him to Los Angeles in early February, he has seemingly gotten over those emotions. According to Dan Woike of The Athletic, he has given several signals that he intends to stay with the Lakers long term, including his assistance in recruiting center Deandre Ayton and now guard Marcus Smart.

With a determined mindset, Luka Doncic is entering a defining season in Los Angeles. The 25-year-old star, now in his second year with the team, will likely lead the franchise into a new era of success.

And now, NBA insider Marc Stein has reported that concerns about Doncic's long-term future with the Lakers have "dissipated considerably. Smart has not officially signed yet. He has to clear waivers after being bought out by the Wizards. But by Wednesday, he should be able to officially join the Lakers.