On January 10, the NBA regular season will be in full swing as the Mavericks host the Grizzlies. In this game preview, the Grizzlies face six players out of injury, while Morant also announced reimbursement for the season, while the Mavericks' interior also has three players who are unable to participate due to injuries. Over the course of the game, the Grizzlies had a clear advantage in rebounding, controlling the interior 54-33 and finally winning 120-103 over the Mavericks.
Technical Statistics:
Mavericks: Irving 33 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals, Doncic 31 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 3 steals, Jones 11 points and 4 rebounds, Hardaway Jr. 9 points and 3 rebounds, Hardy 10 points
Grizzlies: Kennard 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists, Bane 32 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists, Smart 23 points and 4 rebounds, Williams 14 points and 4 rebounds, Tillman 14 points and 11 rebounds, Roddy 11 points
The first quarter kicked off with Doncic unleashing an aerial relay and then a three-pointer to break the deadlock and give the Mavericks a 5-0 lead. Bane showed a European step to open the scoring account for the Grizzlies, while Smart hit a three-pointer with a knife. Irving hit back-to-back shots and the Mavericks held the lead. However, Kennard quickly countered from the outside, and the Grizzlies launched an 11-0 mini-surge to overtake the score. Doncic made a free throw to chase the points, and Smart returned the three-pointer with a color. At the end of the first quarter, the Grizzlies led the Mavericks 29-22.
Hardy made a free throw to stop the bleeding for the Mavericks, but Kennard scored again from the outside, extending the margin to double digits again. Roddy scored easily on the inside and was unrelenting on the outside three-pointers. He then drew a foul and hit a free throw, and Williams hit an accurate three-pointer at the top of the right arc to give the Grizzlies a lead of more than 20 points. Doncic responded with a 2+1 and then closed the score again with his trademark step-back three-pointer. After a timeout, Hardaway hit a three-pointer and the Mavericks quickly chased it into single digits. At the end of the quarter, the Grizzlies continued to score on the Mavericks' weak interior and hold on to the lead. At halftime, the Grizzlies led the Mavericks 68-53.
Easy to fight again, Smart continued to attack the basket, not only hitting the board to score but also adding free throws. At the same time, despite Irving's frequent scoring inside and outside, the Mavericks struggled to turn the tide. After Smart hit a three-pointer, the Mavericks were forced to call a timeout. The timeout had an effect, with Jones and Doncic scoring on breakaways and Hardaway and Irving hitting three-pointers from the outside. When the Mavericks trailed the deficit to 10 points, Bane made two three-pointers to help the Grizzlies hold the lead. At the end of the quarter, Konchar and Bale also scored back-to-back. After three quarters, the Grizzlies led the Mavericks 103-83.
At the beginning of the final quarter, the Mavericks intensified their interior breakaway, and Jones, Irving, and Doncic scored under the basket in succession, but the Grizzlies immediately called a timeout to adjust. After the pause, the two sides went back and forth, and the difference was still around 15 points. With Williams hitting another three-pointer, the Mavericks could only ask for another timeout. After the timeout, the Mavericks kept scoring, but the Grizzlies' offense remained strong. As time ran out, the Mavericks had to pull their main force in the last 2 minutes or so, and the Grizzlies won 120-103 over the Mavericks.
After the game, fans couldn't help but cheer for the outstanding performances of Irving and Doncic. Although the Mavericks lost by the scoreline, the wonderful play of the two stars was undoubtedly a highlight of the game. The Grizzlies, on the other hand, managed to win on the road with the excellent performance of the whole team.
This game is not only a showdown of basketball skills, but also a contest that reflects the tacit understanding and tactical execution of the team. As you can see from the technical statistics, Irving and Doncic have shown excellent scoring ability on the offensive end, but against the Grizzlies' solid interior line, the Mavericks clearly face a huge challenge. Grizzlies players such as Bane, Smart, and Kennard have taken advantage of teamwork to give the team the upper hand in rebounding, offense, and defense.
There were endless key moments in the game, and every team struggled to find an opportunity to turn the tide. The Mavericks once caught up late in the second quarter, showing a strong desire to fight back. However, the Grizzlies' consistent performance and efficient offense allowed them to maintain their lead and ultimately take the game firmly into their own hands.
Every wonderful moment on the pitch embodies the hard work and hard work of the players. Irving's stunt score, Doncic's playmaking offense, and the Grizzlies' selfless cooperation all presented fans with a great game. Even though Morant was unable to play due to injury, the Grizzlies still relied on their overall strength to win on the road, showing the team's strong resilience.
The match also raised questions about the future of both teams. The Mavericks need to further strengthen their interior defense and rebounding capabilities to better defend against opponents' offense. The Grizzlies, on the other hand, showed good overall strength and deep roster depth, laying a solid foundation for their late season and playoff performances.
Overall, this game is not only a contest of technique and strategy, but also a feast to show the fighting spirit and teamwork of the players. Fans will undoubtedly be impressed by this intense clash and are looking forward to another exciting match in future encounters. The victory made Grizzlies fans proud of their team, and the Mavericks will continue to learn from the defeat and be fully prepared for future games.
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