The Memphis Grizzlies travel to the American Airlines Center to face the Dallas Mavericks on February 27, 2026, in a Western Conference matchup between two teams struggling to stay competitive this season. Both sides are dealing with heavy injury problems and inconsistent performances, which has made their campaigns difficult.
Dallas enters the game as a small home favorite, but their recent form has been poor, especially at home where they are currently on a losing streak. Memphis, meanwhile, has also struggled but has historically performed well against the Mavericks, winning most of their recent meetings.
With both teams playing at a fast pace and allowing a high number of points, this game is expected to be competitive and potentially high-scoring. Below is a complete preview including standings, recent form, injuries, key player stats, head-to-head trends and the best betting picks for tonight’s matchup.
Match Information
| Match | Memphis Grizzlies vs Dallas Mavericks |
|---|---|
| Date | February 27, 2026 |
| Time | 8:30 PM ET |
| Venue | American Airlines Center, Dallas |
| TV | ESPN, Local Broadcast |
| Spread | Mavericks -4 to -4.5 |
| Moneyline | Mavericks -174 |
| Over/Under | Around 238.5 – 239.5 |
Current Standings & Team Performance
| Team | Record | Points Scored | Points Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grizzlies | 21–36 | 115.4 | 118.1 |
| Mavericks | 21–37 | 114.5 | 117.9 |
Both teams have nearly identical records and are currently outside the playoff race. Defense has been a major issue for both sides throughout the season.
Recent Form (Last Games)
Dallas Mavericks
Dallas has struggled badly in recent games, winning only 2 of their last 10. They are also coming off a home loss to Sacramento, where their defense allowed 130 points. The team is currently on a six-game home losing streak, which raises concerns about their consistency.
Memphis Grizzlies
Memphis has also been inconsistent, going 3–7 in their last 10 games. They recently suffered a heavy loss to Golden State and have allowed more than 120 points multiple times. Over their last stretch, the Grizzlies are scoring well but conceding over 125 points per game, showing clear defensive problems.
Head-to-Head (H2H) Record
| Category | Result |
|---|---|
| Overall H2H | Grizzlies lead 28–25 |
| Recent Meetings | Memphis won last 6 of last 8 |
| Last Match (Nov 2025) | Grizzlies 102–96 (in Dallas) |
Memphis has dominated this matchup in recent years and has been comfortable playing against Dallas.
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Injury Report
Memphis Grizzlies
| Player | Status |
|---|---|
| Ja Morant | Out |
| Brandon Clarke | Out |
| Santi Aldama | Out |
| Zach Edey | Out |
| Cedric Coward | Out |
| Kentavious Caldwell-Pope | Out (season) |
| Ty Jerome | Day-to-day |
Dallas Mavericks
| Player | Status |
|---|---|
| Kyrie Irving | Out (season) |
| Dereck Lively II | Out (season) |
| Cooper Flagg | Out |
| Daniel Gafford | Doubtful |
| P.J. Washington | Questionable |
| Khris Middleton | Questionable |
| Caleb Martin | Questionable |
Both teams are missing multiple key players, which is a major reason for their inconsistent results.
Key Player Stats (Season Averages)
Dallas Mavericks
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naji Marshall | 15.6 | 5.0 | 3.1 |
| P.J. Washington | 14.3 | 7.1 | 1.9 |
| Max Christie | 13.2 | 3.4 | 2.2 |
| Brandon Williams | 12.9 | 2.8 | 3.9 |
| Klay Thompson | 11.5 | 2.4 | 1.4 |
Memphis Grizzlies
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaylen Wells | 12.3 | 3.4 | 1.7 |
| Cam Spencer | 11.2 | 2.6 | 5.6 |
| GG Jackson | 10.4 | 3.9 | 1.3 |
| Scotty Pippen Jr. | 10.7 | 2.0 | 3.4 |
| Taylor Hendricks | Key bench scorer (10+ in 4 of last 6) |
With Ja Morant out, Memphis is relying more on young players like Taylor Hendricks and Cam Spencer.
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Betting Trends & Game Insights
- Both teams allow around 118 points per game
- Grizzlies games have gone Over in their last four
- Mavericks games have gone Over in three straight
- Combined scoring average: around 230 points
- Dallas defense ranks near the bottom recently
- Memphis has covered the first-half spread in many recent road games
Best Picks for Grizzlies vs Mavericks
| Market | Pick |
|---|---|
| Spread | Grizzlies +4.5 |
| Total | Over 238.5 |
| Player Prop | Taylor Hendricks Over 9.5 points |
| Player Prop | Cam Spencer Under 1.5 three-pointers |
| Value Pick | Grizzlies 1st Half + Spread |
Predicted Score
Mavericks 118 – Grizzlies 115
This is expected to be a close and high-scoring game, with Dallas having a slight edge due to home court.
Both teams are struggling with injuries and poor form, which makes this matchup difficult to predict. However, Memphis has had the upper hand in recent head-to-head meetings and could keep the game close.
Dallas is dealing with a home losing streak and major defensive issues, but their scoring ability gives them a small advantage. Expect a competitive game with plenty of points, as neither team has shown the ability to consistently stop opponents this season.
The safest approach for this matchup is backing the Over and taking the points with Memphis in what should be a tight contest.
