What happened: Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving each turned in a standout performance in the latest Mavericks game, with SportsCenter asking whether the pair rank among the NBA's best duos.

Why it matters: The pair combined for 68 points in the Mavericks' NBA Cup opener on Oct. 31, Irving with 35 and Flagg with 33. Dallas has also rebuffed trade inquiries for Irving, who has been the subject of early-season speculation.

What to watch: Watch whether the Flagg-Irving pairing keeps producing as the Mavericks continue NBA Cup play.