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Grizzlies Set to Tangle with Mavericks at American Airlines Center

As the Memphis Grizzlies prepare to face off against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their recent trend of high-scoring games. Despite a challenging season, the Grizzlies have shown resilience and an ability to compete fiercely on the court.


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In their last few outings, Memphis has demonstrated a potent offense, scoring 121 points against Phoenix and an impressive 127 points versus Los Angeles. Their offensive rating has been commendable, with a notable 122 points per possession in their victory over Los Angeles. The team's efficiency game score has also been strong, reaching as high as 110.1 in that same match.


However, defense remains an area for improvement for Memphis. With defensive ratings exceeding 106 points per possession in recent games and turnovers being a persistent issue – they've averaged around 15 turnovers per game – tightening up on defense will be crucial against Dallas.


The Grizzlies have shown they can lead games and even secure significant leads; however, maintaining consistency throughout all four quarters is key. Their bench depth has contributed valuable points but will need to step up further to support the starting lineup.


Memphis fans should look out for how well the team capitalizes on fast-break opportunities and controls rebounds on both ends of the floor – areas where they've had success previously.


The upcoming game is scheduled for January 10th at American Airlines Center in Dallas with tip-off at 7:30 PM Central Time. Fans can catch all the action live on NBA TV (channel 216), BSSW (channel 676), or BSSE (channel 649).

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