The Memphis Grizzlies vs. Dallas Mavericks game will be played at FedExForum on Monday, January 6, 2025, at 8:00 PM ET. The Grizzlies are currently performing well with a 23-13 record, placing them third in the Western Conference. However, they are on a two-game losing streak, with their most recent defeat coming at the hands of the Golden State Warriors, 113-121.
The Mavericks sit in sixth place in the West with a 20-15 record but are struggling with a four-game losing streak. Their latest loss was a 122-134 defeat to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Earlier this season, on December 3, the Mavericks defeated the Grizzlies 121-116. The two teams have faced off 113 times in the regular season, with the Grizzlies winning 37 games and the Mavericks securing 76 victories.
Memphis Grizzlies vs. Dallas Mavericks: Prediction
The Grizzlies are leading the league in scoring with 123.2 points per game, but their defense has a lot of room for improvement, allowing 115 points per game. They’re strong on the boards, ranking second in the NBA with 48.5 rebounds per game, while opponents grab 43.3. Memphis is also hitting 14.1 threes per game, which is in the top 10, but they give up 13.6 from the other team.
The Mavericks are averaging 116.7 points per game and allowing 113, ranking 8th and 14th, respectively. They collect 44.8 rebounds per game but give up 44.1, placing them 12th and 17th. The Mavericks make 13.3 threes per game and shoot 37.3% from deep, ranking 17th and 9th in those categories.
Memphis Grizzlies vs. Dallas Mavericks: Probable Starting Lineups
Here are the expected lineups for both teams.
Memphis Grizzlies
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PG Scotty Pippen Jr.
SG Desmond Bane
SF Jaylen Wells
PF Jaren Jackson Jr.
C Brandon Clarke
Dallas Mavericks
PG Spencer Dinwiddie
SG Quentin Grimes
SF Klay Thompson
PF P.J. Washington
C Dereck Lively II
Memphis Grizzlies vs. Dallas Mavericks: Injuries Update
Gregory Jackson and Marcus Smart of the Grizzlies are both out with injuries to their foot and finger, respectively. Luke Kennard and John Konchar are both questionable due to hamstring and shoulder injuries. Yuki Kawamura is also questionable with a shoulder injury, while Vince Williams and Santi Aldama are out with ankle injuries. Ja Morant is out with an AC joint injury.
Meanwhile, for the Mavericks, Kyrie Irving is listed as questionable due to an illness, while Luka Doncic is out with a calf injury. Dante Exum is also out with a wrist injury.
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