Thu Dec 05 11:50:00 UTC 2024: ## Mavericks Storm Back to Beat Grizzlies, Advance in NBA Cup

**Dallas, TX** – Luka Dončić’s 37 points and 12 rebounds led the Dallas Mavericks to a thrilling 121-116 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies Tuesday night, securing their place in the NBA Cup quarterfinals. The Mavericks overcame a 15-point deficit in the final minutes, fueled by clutch three-pointers from Spencer Dinwiddie and P.J. Washington.

Washington contributed 18 points, Dereck Lively II added 17 points and 11 rebounds, and Dinwiddie chipped in 16 for Dallas, who have now won five straight games and nine of their last 10. Their comeback win was punctuated by a 16-3 run in the final minutes, erasing Memphis’ lead. Despite a season-high 25 turnovers, the Mavericks capitalized on Memphis’ 19 turnovers, limiting the point differential. Dallas also dominated at the free throw line, attempting a season-high 44 shots (making 30).

Ja Morant led the Grizzlies with a season-high 31 points, 15 of which came in the fourth quarter, but it wasn’t enough to prevent their six-game winning streak from ending and their elimination from the NBA Cup. Desmond Bane added 19 points for Memphis.

The Mavericks will face the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Cup quarterfinals. They begin their next challenge with a road game against the Washington Wizards on Thursday. The Grizzlies will host the Sacramento Kings on Thursday.

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