Mavericks vs Grizzlies Play-In Preview (2025) – Win or Go Home
The Dallas Mavericks are facing yet another must-win moment. After defeating the Sacramento Kings in their opening NBA Play-In Tournament game, the Mavericks now head to FedEx Forum to take on the Memphis Grizzlies. The winner will advance to face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs.
Dallas dominated Sacramento despite a season full of adversity, including the shocking midseason trade that sent Luka Dončić to the Lakers. Now, it’s all on the line again, and the Mavs will look to ride their momentum into the next round.
Key Game Info
- Matchup: Mavericks at Grizzlies
- Date & Time: Friday, April 18 at 8:30 PM CST
- Location: FedEx Forum, Memphis, Tennessee
- Watch: ESPN & Playback (hosted by Mavs Moneyball)
Injury Report: Who’s In, Who’s Out?
Mavericks:
- Anthony Davis – Probable (adductor)
- Kyrie Irving – Out
- Olivier-Maxence Prosper (O-Max) – Out
- Brandon Williams – Probable
Grizzlies:
- Ja Morant – Questionable (ankle)
- Brandon Clarke & Jaylen Wells – Out for season
Davis was a game-time decision against the Kings but suited up and played a key role. If he can stay mobile, Dallas stands a strong chance. Klay Thompson’s playoff experience also looms large for a Mavs team still piecing things together.
High Stakes, High Tension
This is a classic do-or-die. If the Mavericks win, they earn a playoff spot against the top-seeded Thunder. If they lose, their season ends — and they miss out on the NBA Draft Lottery, potentially damaging long-term plans depending on how their draft protection plays out.
Meanwhile, Memphis enters the matchup on the back of a loss to the Warriors and is dealing with Ja Morant’s uncertain status. Even if he plays, he may not be at full strength.
Fan Watch Options & Postgame Show
Join Kirk Henderson and the Mavs Moneyball crew on Playback for a live watch party. The postgame Pod Maverick show will go live on YouTube shortly after the final buzzer.
More…
- https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nba/dallas-mavericks-and-sacramento-kings-injury-reports/ar-AA1D3O8P
- https://www.mavsmoneyball.com/2025/4/18/24411209/mavericks-vs-grizzlies-preview-start-time-tv-stream-injury-report-how-to-watch
- https://sports.yahoo.com/article/mavericks-massive-anthony-davis-announcement-021454804.html
