Winter Storm Forces NBA to Delay Grizzlies-Nuggets, Mavs-Bucks Games

The NBA has postponed two significant games due to a severe winter storm affecting travel conditions across much of the U.S. The contests between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Denver Nuggets, as well as the Dallas Mavericks and Milwaukee Bucks, were called off on Sunday.

Impact of Winter Storm on NBA Schedule

The Dallas Mavericks attempted to reach Milwaukee for their matchup against the Bucks but faced hurdles due to dangerous weather conditions. An announcement to postpone the game was made shortly before the scheduled tipoff. Earlier the same day, the Nuggets-Grizzlies game was also postponed about three hours prior to its start.

Rescheduling details for these postponed games have yet to be disclosed.

Weather Conditions in Affected Areas

• The Memphis region encountered a hazardous mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain.
• This wintry weather began early Saturday and persisted into Sunday morning.
• South and east of Memphis, ice accumulated on power lines and trees, leading to widespread power outages and blocked roads.
• Authorities strongly advised residents to avoid unnecessary travel due to the refreezing of roads.

Upcoming Games and Adjustments

The Denver Nuggets planned to fly out on Sunday, depending on airport conditions at Memphis International. They are set to play at home against the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday. Meanwhile, the Grizzlies will face the Houston Rockets in Houston on Monday.

Other events were also affected by the winter storm:

• An NBA G League matchup between the Memphis Hustle and Stockton Kings was postponed, now rescheduled for February 19.
• In women’s college basketball, No. 17 Tennessee versus No. 18 Mississippi and Tulane’s visit to Memphis were both postponed.
• In men’s basketball, Tennessee’s game at No. 21 Georgia was rescheduled for Wednesday.

Additionally, games involving Purdue Fort Wayne and IU Indianapolis, as well as Southern Illinois and Evansville were postponed without specified make-up dates.

Previous Postponements

This disruption follows earlier schedule changes prompted by the winter storm, affecting multiple sporting events across the country. Moreover, a separate game between the Golden State Warriors and Minnesota Timberwolves was postponed prior to the storm, prioritizing community safety following a tragic incident in Minneapolis.