The Dallas Mavericks (29-24, 7th in Western Conference) were just decimated by Philadelphia on the second night of a back-to-back. The Mavericks have made plenty of headlines lately after owner Mark Cuban and Luka Doncic publicly criticized the play-in tournament. They’re upset about the setup, and it’s likely because they’re about to be in it. If the season ended today, the Mavericks would be tonight’s opponent — the Memphis Grizzlies.
Since March 16, the Grizzlies are 10-6. Heading into this game with Dallas, Memphis has won five of their last seven. During this 16 stretch, Jonas Valanciunas has been on an absolute tear.