The Dallas Mavericks fell 120-106 to the Grizzlies in a do-or-die play-in game at FedEx Forum against the Memphis Grizzlies.

The Memphis Grizzlies have always embraced adversity. From their “Grit and Grind” roots to the new generation of explosive, tough-minded players, Memphis thrives when the stakes are highest. Now, with their postseason life hanging in the balance,

Memphis is without Jaylen Wells, who is only a rookie but is 6-foot-8 and the team’s best perimeter defender. He wreaked havoc for opposing scorers all season and the Grizzlies miss that. This Dallas season has defined “tumultuous,” given the Luka Doncic trade and numerous injuries, which included losing Kyrie Irving for the season.