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Game Overview
The Dallas Mavericks (2-6) will experience their first NBA Cup game on Friday night as they visit the Memphis Grizzlies (3-6) at FedExForum. The Mavericks enter on a three-game losing streak, while the Grizzlies have dropped four consecutive games amid ongoing issues related to their star guard, Ja Morant.
Memphis Grizzlies' Recent Performance
Memphis suffered their fourth straight loss on Wednesday, falling 124-109 to the Houston Rockets. Despite scoring the game’s opening basket, the Grizzlies never regained the lead.
- Cam Spencer contributed 19 points off the bench.
- Ja Morant finished with 17 points, eight assists, and six turnovers, shooting 6-of-19.
- Santi Aldama added 16 points.
"Morant, who was suspended for a game over the weekend for 'detrimental conduct,' is averaging 20.0 points and 7.3 assists on .383/.140/.957 shooting splits."
Dallas Mavericks' Recent Performance
On Wednesday night, the Mavericks lost their third straight game, falling 101-99 to the New Orleans Pelicans. A crucial shot by Cooper Flagg bounced off the rim with two seconds remaining.
- Flagg, shifted from point guard to small forward with D’Angelo Russell starting at point guard for the first time this season, scored 20 points and had three steals.
- P.J. Washington posted 15 points and 11 rebounds.
- Daniel Gafford also scored 15 points.
Author’s Summary
The Mavericks seek to end their losing streak against a Grizzlies team struggling both on the court and with off-court drama around Ja Morant, shaping a tense NBA Cup matchup.