Grizzlies Defeat Mavericks 124-105 in Dallas
Friday, February 27, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · American Airlines Center
Memphis Grizzlies 124, Dallas Mavericks 105, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Memphis Grizzlies vs Dallas Mavericks?
Memphis Grizzlies beat Dallas Mavericks 124-105 at American Airlines Center on February 27, 2026.
Who was favored in Memphis Grizzlies vs Dallas Mavericks?
Dallas Mavericks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -198 (about 66% implied). The underdog won.
The Memphis Grizzlies secured a decisive 124-105 victory over the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center, extending their dominance in the season series to 4-0. This match showcased the Grizzlies' ability to maintain their lead throughout the game, as they have now won all four encounters against the Mavericks this season. Memphis has proven to be a challenging opponent for Dallas, particularly in recent meetings, where the Mavericks have struggled to find their footing.
Both teams entered this game with disappointing records, with the Mavericks holding a home record of 21-38 and the Grizzlies at 22-36 overall. The Mavericks have faced difficulties in their last ten games, recording a 2-8 record, with their most recent outing resulting in a loss to the Sacramento Kings, 121-130. Throughout this stretch, they averaged 115.9 points scored per game while allowing 123.4 points. In contrast, the Grizzlies have a 3-7 record in their last ten games, with their latest defeat coming against the Golden State Warriors, where they lost 112-133. Memphis averaged 119.4 points scored while allowing 125.2 points during this span.
At home, the Mavericks have struggled significantly, winning only 0 of their last 3 games, while the Grizzlies have fared slightly better on the road with a 1-5 record in their last six away games. The match saw both teams dealing with injury concerns, particularly the Mavericks, who had Santi Aldama, Kyrie Irving, and Dereck Lively II listed as day-to-day, all dealing with knee or foot issues. The Grizzlies also had several players affected, including Scotty Pippen Jr., Walter Clayton Jr., and Karim Lopez, all day-to-day, while Richie Saunders was ruled out due to a knee injury.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Mavericks as 4.5-point favorites, with a total set at 241.5 points. The odds indicated a home money line of -198 for the Mavericks, while the Grizzlies were at +164. The conditions for the game were typical for a late February matchup, with players likely feeling the wear of a long season.
In this game, viewers were treated to a display of offensive prowess from the Grizzlies, who capitalized on the Mavericks' defensive lapses. The scoring plays in the fourth quarter highlighted Memphis's ability to extend their lead, with key contributions from players like Tyus Jones and Javon Small. The Grizzlies maintained control and effectively closed out the game, leaving the Mavericks with little opportunity to mount a comeback.
As the Mavericks continue to struggle, they will need to reassess their strategies and find ways to improve their performance, particularly at home, where they have been unable to secure wins against the Grizzlies this season. Meanwhile, Memphis will look to build on this victory and continue their positive momentum as they navigate the remainder of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | DAL -4.5 | 241.5 o -108 / u -112 | Memphis Grizzlies +164 · Dallas Mavericks -198 |
Injury report
- Santi AldamaDay-To-DayKneeDallas Mavericks
- Kyrie IrvingDay-To-DayKneeDallas Mavericks
- Dereck Lively IIDay-To-DayFootDallas Mavericks
- Scotty Pippen Jr.Day-To-DayToeMemphis Grizzlies
- Walter Clayton Jr.Day-To-DayKneeMemphis Grizzlies
- Karim LopezDay-To-DayUndisclosedMemphis Grizzlies
- Richie SaundersOutKneeMemphis Grizzlies
- Jaylen WellsDay-To-DayToeMemphis Grizzlies
Leaders
- PointsBrandon Williams16Dallas Mavericks
- AssistsBrandon Williams4Dallas Mavericks
- ReboundsDwight Powell11Dallas Mavericks
- PointsCam Spencer25Memphis Grizzlies
- AssistsWalter Clayton Jr.5Memphis Grizzlies
- ReboundsOlivier-Maxence Prosper10Memphis Grizzlies
Recent form
Dallas Mavericks
Last 10: 2-8Streak L1115.9 scored · 123.4 allowed per game0-3 at home
- L121-130vs Sacramento KingsFeb 27
- W123-114at Brooklyn NetsFeb 25
- W134-130at Indiana PacersFeb 22
- L111-122at Minnesota TimberwolvesFeb 21
- L104-124at Los Angeles LakersFeb 13
- L111-120at Phoenix SunsFeb 11
- L125-138at San Antonio SpursFeb 7
- L123-135vs San Antonio SpursFeb 6
- L100-110vs Boston CelticsFeb 4
- L107-111at Houston RocketsFeb 1
Memphis Grizzlies
Last 10: 3-7Streak L3119.4 scored · 125.2 allowed per game1-5 away
- L112-133vs Golden State WarriorsFeb 26
- L114-123vs Sacramento KingsFeb 24
- L120-136at Miami HeatFeb 22
- W123-114vs Utah JazzFeb 21
- L116-122at Denver NuggetsFeb 12
- L113-114at Golden State WarriorsFeb 10
- L115-122at Portland Trail BlazersFeb 8
- L115-135at Portland Trail BlazersFeb 7
- W129-125at Sacramento KingsFeb 5
- W137-128vs Minnesota TimberwolvesFeb 3
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio | - | 20 | L1 | .756 | 62 |
| Houston | 10 | 30 | W1 | .634 | 52 |
| New Orleans | 36 | 56 | L2 | .317 | 26 |
| Dallas | 36 | 56 | W1 | .317 | 26 |
| Memphis | 37 | 57 | L8 | .305 | 25 |
Box score
| Stat | Memphis Grizzlies | Dallas Mavericks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 47-93 | 37-88 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 12-32 | 9-32 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 28 |
| Free throws | 18-21 | 22-33 |
| Free throw % | 86 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 46 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 33 | 33 |
| Assists | 29 | 24 |
| Steals | 13 | 4 |
| Blocks | 7 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 20 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 36 |
| Fast-break points | 32 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 58 | 48 |
| Fouls | 26 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 34 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 98 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter95-61Walter Clayton Jr. makes 9-foot floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter95-64Max Christie makes 25-foot three pointer (Dwight Powell assists)
- 3rd Quarter96-64Walter Clayton Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter97-64Walter Clayton Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter97-66Max Christie makes 8-foot two point shot (AJ Johnson assists)
- 3rd Quarter97-67Max Christie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter97-68Max Christie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter99-68Jahmai Mashack makes 2-foot layup (Walter Clayton Jr. assists)
- 3rd Quarter101-68GG Jackson makes 1-foot running dunk (Jahmai Mashack assists)
- 3rd Quarter101-69AJ Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter101-70AJ Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter101-72Daniel Gafford makes 12-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter103-72GG Jackson makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter103-74Brandon Williams makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter103-75Brandon Williams makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter103-77Daniel Gafford makes 1-foot driving dunk (Brandon Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter105-77Scotty Pippen Jr. makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter105-79Daniel Gafford makes 2-foot layup (Khris Middleton assists)
- 4th Quarter105-82AJ Johnson makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter108-82Rayan Rupert makes 23-foot three point jumper (GG Jackson assists)
- 4th Quarter110-82Olivier-Maxence Prosper makes 1-foot running dunk (GG Jackson assists)
- 4th Quarter113-82Cam Spencer makes 25-foot running pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter115-82GG Jackson makes 1-foot layup (Olivier-Maxence Prosper assists)
- 4th Quarter115-85Miles Kelly makes 23-foot three point jumper (Brandon Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter115-87Moussa Cisse makes 1-foot dunk (Brandon Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter117-87Cam Spencer makes 8-foot fade away jump shot
- 4th Quarter119-87Cam Spencer makes 1-foot reverse layup (Taylor Hendricks assists)
- 4th Quarter119-89Moussa Cisse makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter119-91Moussa Cisse makes running dunk (Tyus Jones assists)
- 4th Quarter119-94Dwight Powell makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tyus Jones assists)
- 4th Quarter119-95Dwight Powell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter119-96Dwight Powell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter120-96Walter Clayton Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter120-97AJ Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter122-97Javon Small makes 15-foot driving floating jump shot (Taylor Hendricks assists)
- 4th Quarter122-99Miles Kelly makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter122-100Miles Kelly makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter124-100Cam Spencer makes 20-foot jumper (Javon Small assists)
- 4th Quarter124-103Tyus Jones makes 22-foot three point jumper (Miles Kelly assists)
- 4th Quarter124-105Moussa Cisse makes two point shot
Win probability
Above the line favours Dallas Mavericks, below favours Memphis Grizzlies.
Venue
- American Airlines CenterDallas, TX
- Attendance19165
- OfficialsCurtis Blair, Justin Van Duyne, Jenna Reneau
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