archiveZach Edey

Anthony Davis scored 40 points, but the Mavericks were eliminated by the Grizzlies in a 120-106 play-in loss, ending their season short of the NBA Playoffs.

Brandon Williams and Naji Marshall posted career highs, but the shorthanded Mavericks fell to Ja Morant and the Grizzlies 122-111 after a late fourth-quarter rally.

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.

The Mavericks face the Grizzlies in their preseason opener without key players, as Quentin Grimes focuses on "building good habits" for the season.