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Grizzlies Down Dallas 97-90 - Match Report
Dallas was scorched by Desmond Bane for 29 points as the Grizzlies defeated the Mavericks 97-90 in NBA action on Saturday.
Bettors who backed the Grizzlies were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +1.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 214.5.
Tyus Jones had 16 points for Memphis and Jaren Jackson Jr. chipped in with 13 points. Tyus Jones had 7 assists for the Grizzlies, while Steven Adams was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.
The Mavericks got a 29-point performance from Tim Hardaway Jr., who was supported by 15 points from Jalen Brunson. Jalen Brunson had 8 assists in a losing cause for Dallas, while Maxi Kleber grabbed 9 rebounds.
Memphis led at halftime, 49-37.
Memphis won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 52-42.
Memphis heads into a battle against the Heat. Dallas, meanwhile, will have their next action against Brooklyn.