Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard lead the Bucks to a 137-107 win over the Mavericks, who played short-handed following Kyrie Irving's season-ending injury.
Daniel Gafford is expected to miss time after spraining his ankle during the Mavericks' loss to the Grizzlies. Dallas faces lineup challenges amid ongoing injuries.
The Mavericks dropped their fifth straight game, falling to the Grizzlies 119-104 after losing momentum in the second quarter and struggling with turnovers late.
The Dallas Mavericks waived guard A.J. Lawson, creating room for final roster adjustments, while Jazian Gortman stands out in the battle for a two-way contract after a strong preseason.
The Mavericks prioritize health and development in their preseason opener loss to the Grizzlies, with standout performances from Jaden Hardy, Dereck Lively II, and Jazian Gortman.