Dallas Mavericks vs Memphis Grizzlies Matchup

Check out our free Mavericks vs Grizzlies prediction for this NBA matchup in Memphis. See who we like to win and cover the spread in this regular season NBA matchup.

  • The Mavericks' record sits at 20-15.
  • The Mavericks are averaging 116.7 points per game so far.
  • The Mavericks are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Grizzlies.
  • The Grizzlies are set to host the Mavericks at 23-13.
  • Memphis has an effective field goal percentage of 55% (8th).
  • The Grizzlies are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Mavericks.

Mavericks vs Grizzlies Prediction

At 8:00 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies (-211) will host the Dallas Mavericks (+177) in a Southwest Division matchup. Both teams are looking to snap losing streaks, with the Grizzlies (-5.5) having lost two straight and the Mavericks (-5.5) having lost four in a row. The over/under line for this game is 232 points.

Memphis (23-13) is currently third in the Western Conference, while Dallas (20-15) is sixth. The game will be played at the FedExForum in Memphis and can be seen on KFAA.

Mavericks vs. Grizzlies Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Dallas Mavericks at Memphis Grizzlies
  • Where: Memphis at FedExForum
  • Date: Monday, January 6th
  • Betting Odds MEM -5.5, DAL +177 | MEM -211 O/U 232

Mavericks Preview: Do the Mavericks Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?

The Mavericks dropped to 20-15 on the season after a 134-122 home loss to the Cavaliers on Friday. Dallas entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The game’s total score of 256 points exceeded the O/U line of 226.5 by 29.5 points.

A pivotal moment came when Cleveland went on a 20-0 run, stretching the score from 21-20 to 41-20. Dallas couldn’t recover, trailing 100-85 going into the 4th quarter despite outscoring the Cavs 37-34 in the final period.

In Friday's loss to the Cavaliers, the Mavericks shot just 43% from the field and 27.3% from three-point range, hitting only 12 threes. Quentin Grimes led the team with 26 points, 20 of which came in the 3rd quarter, shooting 64.3% overall.

Jaden Hardy added 17 points, scoring 8 in the 2nd quarter and 9 in the 4th. Klay Thompson contributed 16 points, with 11 coming in the 2nd quarter, despite shooting just 30.8% from the field.

The Mavericks struggled defensively against the Cavaliers, giving up 134 points on 53% shooting in Friday's loss. Dallas allowed 32 points in the 1st quarter and 37 in the 2nd, with Cleveland scoring at least 31 points in every quarter.

From beyond the arc, the Cavaliers hit 15 threes at a 37% clip. The Mavericks sent Cleveland to the line 20 times, where they converted 15 free throws. Dallas finished with 32 defensive rebounds, allowing 10 offensive boards, and recorded 3 steals and 4 blocks.

Grizzlies Preview: Can Memphis Live Up to the Hype at Home?

Dallas fell to 20-15 on the season after a 134-122 home loss to the Cavaliers on Friday. The Mavericks entered the game as +9.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread, while the total score of 256 points exceeded the O/U line of 226.5 by 29.5 points.

A key moment in the game was Cleveland’s 20-0 run, which stretched the score from 21-20 to 41-20. Dallas tried to rally in the 4th quarter, outscoring the Cavaliers 37-34, but couldn’t overcome the 100-85 deficit they faced entering the final period.

The Grizzlies shot 52.3% from the field in their 121-113 loss to the Warriors, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 9 threes at a 33.3% clip. Jaren Jackson Jr. led Memphis with 23 points and 9 rebounds, while Desmond Bane added 22 points and 10 assists, despite shooting 25% from three.

Jake LaRavia contributed 17 points and 10 assists, scoring 12 of his points in the opening quarter. Jaren Jackson also had a strong 3rd quarter, scoring 11 points in the period.

The Grizzlies couldn’t slow down the Warriors’ offense on Saturday, giving up 121 points on 52% shooting. Memphis allowed 30 points in the 1st quarter and 34 in the 3rd, with Golden State scoring 29 in the 4th to seal the win.

Defending the three-point line was a struggle for the Grizzlies, as the Warriors hit 23 threes at a 53% clip. Memphis sent Golden State to the line 16 times, where they made 10 free throws. The Grizzlies finished with 31 defensive rebounds, allowing 9 offensive boards, while also recording 9 steals and 7 blocks.

Mavericks vs Grizzlies Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • Across the Mavericks last three road games, the team averaged 107 points per game while allowing 115. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 0-3, while going 0-3 straight-up.
  • When looking at their past five home matchups, Memphis has an ATS record of 2-3 while averaging 120 per game. The team went 2-3 overall in these games.
  • As the betting underdog, the Mavericks have an ATS mark of just 5-5 in their last ten games. Dallas posted a straight up mark of 5-5 in these matchups.
  • The Grizzlies have played well in their last three games as the betting favorite, going 2-1 straight up and 2-1 against the spread.

Mavericks vs Grizzlies Prediction

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