Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd made a surprising decision to shake up the starting lineup, bringing Naji Marshall back as the primary ball handler. This marked Marshall's return after a four-game suspension for an altercation, but the Mavericks could not capitalize, losing to the Memphis Grizzlies 119-104.

The Mavericks are grappling with injuries, particularly Kyrie Irving's back issue, which is expected to sideline him for one to two weeks, and Daniel Gafford's ankle injury during the game. Despite Marshall contributing 16 points and being a versatile playmaker, the team remains winless in five games.