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The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Dallas Mavericks 124–105 on February 27 at the American Airlines Center, surpassing the Vegas total line of 241.5 points combined. C. Spencer led Memphis with 25 points, while O. Prosper added 16 in a dominant road performance. The Grizzlies shot 50.5 percent from the field and made 12 three-pointers, converting their offensive efficiency into a 120.1 offensive rating compared to Dallas's 95.9. Memphis also controlled the glass and playmaking, recording 29 assists and forcing 13 steals while committing just 11 turnovers. Dallas struggled defensively with a 120.1 defensive rating, and though B. Williams and D. Gafford contributed 16 and 14 points respectively, the Mavericks shot only 42 percent and committed 20 turnovers. The third quarter proved decisive, with Memphis outscoring Dallas 37–26 to pull away decisively. Memphis's defensive intensity and ball security underscore their growing form in the conference standings.