What does this have to do with Bronny James? Well, James is theoretically in the same class of summer leaguer as Bazley. While the top picks like Cooper Flagg are there to showcase future stardom, the stakes are relatively low for them in Vegas.

Cole Swider ended with 16 points and four rebounds. Dalton Knecht struggled mightily, ending with eight points on 3-15 shooting. Christian Koloko had another productive game with eight points, three rebounds,

The Lakers' need for depth in the frontcourt could be addressed by signing former Thunder forward Darius Bazley to a cap-friendly contract.