The Dallas Mavericks earned the right to a second play-in game with their dominant win over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday. They haven’t exactly had a picture-perfect season, but Anthony Davis, Klay Thompson and the Mavs are a win away from clinching a spot in the NBA playoffs. They’ll have to get past Ja Morant and the Grizzlies.

Pregame analysis and predictions of the Dallas Mavericks vs. Memphis Grizzlies NBA game to be played on April 18, 2025 on ESPN.

The Memphis Grizzlies and Dallas Mavericks will meet Friday with a spot in the NBA playoffs on the line. Here's a primer and prediction for the game.