Tuesday was a tough night for the Mavericks, who fell 120-103 to the depleted Memphis Grizzlies after their recent upset against the Timberwolves. Despite facing a Grizzlies team without stars Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr., the Mavs struggled to find their rhythm, losing the rebound 54-33 and trailing 56-34 by halftime. Coach Jason Kidd expressed frustration with the team’s lack of energy, trying various player combinations to no avail. The initial 16-9 lead quickly slipped away as Memphis went on a 27-12 run in the second quarter, led by standout performances from Desmond Bane and Marcus Smart.

Despite Kyrie Irving’s game-high 33 points and Luka Doncic’s 31 points, the Mavs couldn’t secure a win. Missing injured starters Dereck Lively II and Dante Exum, the team attempted a comeback in the third quarter but fell short. Irving acknowledged the disappointment in the locker room, emphasizing the need for consistency. Looking ahead, the Mavs aim to bounce back in Thursday’s game against the New York Knicks, determined to avoid a recurring pattern of inconsistency and build on their impressive moments this season.