Mavericks face Grizzlies on WFAA with NBA Cup hopes at stake

 

A win would boost the Mavs’ chances of securing the wildcard spot in the NBA Cup bracket.

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks take on the Memphis Grizzlies at 7:30 p.m. CT Tuesday on WFAA/KFAA! Not sure how to watch? Here’s a breakdown on how to tune in – and guarantee you get the clearest signal possible of the broadcast.

The Dallas Mavericks (13-8) have won three consecutive home games and are looking to build on that streak in their matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies (14-7) Tuesday night. 

The Mavs are currently in a battle for the wild card spot in the Western Conference side of the NBA Cup bracket. A win against the Grizzlies would increase their chances of securing that spot by a significant amount. However, in this instance, tiebreakers would still be in play as three other teams are vying for the spot with the same group-play record of 2-1. 

The good news is that the Mavs have a significant +41-point differential in the standings, meaning it would take a massive win from one of the other 2-1 teams to overtake Dallas. 

Dallas Mavericks injury report

  • Dereck Lively II: Questionable (right knee hyperextension)
  • Dante Exum: Out (right wrist surgery)
  • Klay Thompson: Questionable (left foot plantar fasciitis)
  • Naji Marshall: Out (illness)
  • Brandon Williams: Out (G-League Two-way)

Memphis Grizzlies injury report

  • Zach Edey: Out (left ankle sprain)
  • GG Jackson: Out (right fifth metatarsal repair)
  • Vince Williams Jr.: Out (right ankle surgery)

What’s next

Following tonight’s matchup with the Grizzlies, the Mavericks will hit the road to take on the Washington Wizards. 

  • Thursday, Dec. 5: at Washington Wizards on KFAA at 6 p.m. CT
  • Saturday, Dec. 7: at Toronto Raptors on KFAA at 6:30 p.m. CT
  • Thursday, Dec. 19: at LA Clippers on WFAA/KFAA at 7:30 p.m. CT