Everyone steps up! Curry scores 27 points as the Warriors have eight players in double figures to decisively beat the Jazz, handing them their fourth straight loss.

On January 29th, in the 25-26 NBA regular season, the Warriors defeated the Jazz 140-124, handing the Jazz their fourth straight loss. Curry stood out with 27 points, leading eight Warriors players to score double digits.

Statistical Summary

Warriors: Curry 27 points, 1 rebound, 2 assists, 2 steals; Moody 26 points, 5 rebounds, 2 steals; Melton 12 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists, 3 steals; Hield 13 points, 3 rebounds, 4 assists; Richards 13 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, 3 steals; Santos 16 points, 3 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals, 2 blocks;

Jazz: Markkanen 18 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists; George 19 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists; Bailey 19 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists; Nurkic 11 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists; Sensabaugh 22 points, 3 assists, 3 steals; Lee Kyle 6 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists;

Game Progression

In the first quarter, the Jazz started aggressively attacking the Warriors’ paint, launching an 8-3 run, forcing the Warriors to call a timeout. After the break, the Warriors regained their touch, hitting consecutive three-pointers and going on a 13-2 run to reverse the score and take the lead. Then Curry and Richards kept scoring through threes, free throws, and putbacks, extending the Warriors’ lead to 12 points. Near the end of the quarter, Filipovski hit a three to narrow the gap for the Jazz. The first quarter ended with the Warriors leading 34-24 by 10 points. In the second quarter, Hield nailed three consecutive three-pointers, but the Jazz responded with Filipovski scoring on successive shots. When Nurkic hit a three-pointer, the Jazz cut the deficit to 6 points. Just as the Jazz were about to close in further, the Warriors countered with Post, Melton, and Moody each hitting threes, sparking a new scoring run that stabilized the situation. At halftime, the Warriors led the Jazz 68-55 by 13 points.

After the break, both teams exchanged points through fast breaks and jump shots, with the Warriors maintaining control. Then the Jazz’s offense stalled, allowing the Warriors to seize the moment and go on a scoring spree. When Curry and Santos hit back-to-back three-pointers, the Warriors extended their lead to 20 points. The Jazz did not give up, responding with a scoring run fueled by three-pointers and free throws to bring the deficit back into single digits. After three quarters, the Warriors led 101-93. In the final quarter, the Warriors opened with a 7-2 run, but the Jazz quickly countered. Afterwards, Curry took over, scoring repeatedly to lead the Warriors on a scoring surge. When Santos hit a three-pointer, the Warriors were far ahead at 132-109. With such a large gap, the outcome was no longer in doubt. Ultimately, the Warriors secured a big win over the Jazz.

Starting Lineups

Warriors: Curry, Horford, Pogemski, Green, Moody

Jazz: Markkanen, George, Bailey, Mihailiuk, Nurkic