PREVIEW: The Memphis Grizzlies will welcome the Dallas Mavericks for a 2025 NBA Cup group stage clash on Friday, November 7, with both teams arriving on losing streaks—Memphis dropping four straight while Dallas has lost three of its last four games. The Mavericks hold a disappointing 2-6 record under head coach Jason Kidd, while the Grizzlies sit at 3-6 under coach Tuomas Isalo. Dallas excels defensively at preventing three-pointers, ranking first in limiting opponent three-point attempts at 33.5 percent, and maintains a quick tempo that ranks fifth league-wide. Memphis counters with efficient free throw shooting ranked fifth at 84.5 percent and the sixth-fastest pace in the league, though their three-point shooting efficiency lags at 25th overall. The Grizzlies maintain the availability of their prime stars and hold homecourt advantage, while Anthony Davis remains doubtful on the injury report for the Mavericks. Ja Morant leads Memphis' offensive attack, averaging 20 points with 7.3 assists per contest, while Jaren Jackson Jr. contributes 17 points nightly on impressive 52.4 percent shooting from the field. For Dallas, P.J. Washington has emerged as a stabilizing force, averaging 15.8 points and 8.6 rebounds while connecting on 45.6 percent from the floor. Memphis struggles with rim attacks on defense ranking 25th, while Dallas shoots infrequently from three at 24th in volume—creating an intriguing chess match between contrasting offensive and defensive philosophies.