The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Dallas Mavericks, 98-88, at FedEx Forum on Monday evening.

The Grizzlies (11-5) have gotten off to a strong start this season thanks in large part to the return to health of star point guard Mike Conley, and they've been especially dominant at home. That much was evident again Monday, as Memphis utilized a final-quarter defensive push to limit the Mavericks (7-9) to just 14 points over the final 12 minutes. As has often been the case this season, Conley's efforts were key to the victory, as he led all scorers with 28 points. The Grizzlies also limited Dallas to just 34.1 percent shooting.

Dennis Smith, Jr. led the Mavericks with 19 points, which he supplemented with five assists, three rebounds and two steals. DeAndre Jordan generated a 17-point, 20-rebound double-double. Luka Doncic tallied 15 points, 10 rebounds, three assists and one block. Dorian Finney-Smith managed 13 points, three rebounds, two steals and one block. Harrison Barnes poured in 10 points.

Conley also dished out seven assists, hauled in five rebounds and recorded two steals. Marc Gasol contributed a 17-point, 15-rebound double-double that also included four assists, four blocks and one steal. Jaren Jackson, Jr. filled out the stat sheet with 13 points, three rebounds, two assists, four blocks and two steals. Garrett Temple and JaMychal Green had 12 points each, with the latter also hauling in nine rebounds.

The Mavericks head back home and take on the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday night, while the Grizzlies pay a visit to the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday evening as well.