On March 9, 2026, at Delta Center, Utah defeated Golden State 119-116. The Utah Jazz vs Golden State Warriors Match Player Stats show a game shaped by depleted rotations and late execution.
Golden State entered at 32-31 and held eighth place in the Western Conference. Utah entered at 19-45 and sat 14th in the West. Golden State needed wins to protect its Play-In position. Utah had dropped eight of its previous nine games.
Both teams played without major rotation pieces. Stephen Curry, Kristaps Porzingis, Al Horford, Moses Moody, and Jimmy Butler III missed the game for Golden State. Utah played without Lauri Markkanen, Ace Bailey, Isaiah Collier, and several long-term absentees.
Utah created separation during a 12-1 third-quarter run. Golden State recovered and tied the game at 113 late. Blake Hinson then made the decisive three-pointer with 29.9 seconds remaining.
Match Overview
Utah led after each of the first three quarters. Golden State scored 32 fourth-quarter points but could not complete the comeback. The Jazz improved to 20-45, while Golden State fell to 32-32.
| Match Detail | Information |
| Date | March 9, 2026 |
| Venue | Delta Center, Salt Lake City, Utah |
| Competition | 2025-26 NBA regular season |
| Final Score | Jazz 119, Warriors 116 |
| Pregame Records | Warriors 32-31, Jazz 19-45 |
| Postgame Records | Warriors 32-32, Jazz 20-45 |
Pre-Match Context
Golden State entered eighth in the Western Conference at 32-31. The Warriors were one game ahead of the ninth-place Clippers. Stephen Curry had already missed 13 consecutive games.
Utah entered at 19-45 with the league’s fifth-worst record. The Jazz had recently ended a seven-game losing streak in Washington. They then lost in Milwaukee before hosting Golden State.
Lauri Markkanen remained unavailable for Utah. Golden State also lacked several established scorers and frontcourt players. These absences pushed larger roles toward younger players and reserves.
Quarter by Quarter Score
Utah won each of the first three periods by a narrow margin. Golden State won the fourth but remained three points short.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 |
| Golden State Warriors | 27 | 28 | 29 | 32 |
| Utah Jazz | 29 | 30 | 32 | 28 |
Utah carried a 91-84 lead into the final period.
Quarter by Quarter Breakdown
First Quarter
Utah built an early 17-9 lead behind Keyonte George and Kyle Filipowski. Golden State answered and tied the score at 17.
Seth Curry made a three-pointer that put Golden State ahead 22-21. He later tied the game at 27.
Elijah Harkless scored on the final possession. Utah finished the quarter ahead 29-27.
Second Quarter
The second quarter remained close throughout. Harkless made a three-pointer that gave Utah a 45-38 advantage.
Golden State tied the score at 45 through Brandin Podziemski. Quinten Post later tied it again at 49.
Podziemski put Golden State ahead 55-53 with 51 seconds remaining. Brice Sensabaugh answered with a three-pointer.
Filipowski then made another three with nine seconds left. Utah entered halftime ahead 59-55.
Third Quarter
Golden State tied the game at 59 early in the third. De’Anthony Melton then gave the Warriors a 62-61 lead.
The teams continued trading leads before reaching 77-77. Utah then produced the game’s largest sustained scoring run.
Sensabaugh converted a three-point play during the sequence. Kevin Love added a three-pointer and four free-throw points.
The 12-1 run moved Utah ahead 89-78. Golden State reduced the margin before Utah finished the quarter ahead 91-84.
Fourth Quarter
Utah extended its lead to 100-89 after Blake Hinson made a three-pointer. Golden State then started reducing the gap.
Gary Payton II cut Utah’s lead to 106-105 with 4:13 remaining. Melton tied the game at 108.
Hinson answered with another three-pointer. Brandin Podziemski then missed two free throws with 2:25 remaining.
Draymond Green tied the game at 113 with 1:26 left. He missed his second free throw.
Hinson made the go-ahead three with 29.9 seconds remaining. Melton later cut Utah’s lead to 117-116.
Harkless made two final free throws. Gui Santos missed Golden State’s last three-point attempt at the buzzer.
Team Stats Comparison
Utah shot more efficiently from every scoring area. Golden State protected the ball better and collected more offensive rebounds.
| Stat | Warriors | Jazz |
| Field Goals | 43-99, 43.4% | 40-83, 48.2% |
| Three-Pointers | 16-52, 30.8% | 12-34, 35.3% |
| Free Throws | 14-21, 66.7% | 27-29, 93.1% |
| Total Rebounds | 53 | 55 |
| Offensive Rebounds | 19 | 13 |
| Assists | 33 | 29 |
| Steals | 11 | 8 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 17 |
| Fouls | 20 | 17 |
Utah’s free-throw production provided its largest statistical advantage. Golden State made four more three-pointers but scored 13 fewer free-throw points.
Key Numbers That Decided the Game
The numbers show how Utah offset its turnover disadvantage with shooting efficiency and free-throw production.
- Utah made 27 of 29 free throws, while Golden State finished 14 of 21.
- Utah shot 48.2 percent overall, compared with Golden State’s 43.4 percent.
- Utah held a 55-53 rebounding advantage, despite Golden State collecting 19 offensive rebounds.
- Golden State committed only nine turnovers, while Utah committed 17.
- Utah’s 12-1 third-quarter run produced the game’s first double-digit lead.
Full Box Score: Golden State Warriors
Golden State used 11 players. Melton led the team with 22 points, while Draymond Green recorded 11 assists.
Five Warriors reserves scored, including four players with at least 11 points. Seth Curry scored 13 during his return. CBS Sports lists playing time in rounded minutes.
Warriors Core Stats
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST |
| De’Anthony Melton | 19 | 22 | 7 | 2 |
| Gui Santos | 33 | 15 | 8 | 5 |
| Brandin Podziemski | 35 | 14 | 8 | 4 |
| Quinten Post | 25 | 10 | 4 | 2 |
| Draymond Green | 32 | 6 | 2 | 11 |
| Seth Curry | 12 | 13 | 1 | 3 |
| Gary Payton II | 25 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
| Nate Williams | 13 | 12 | 4 | 1 |
| LJ Cryer | 16 | 11 | 5 | 2 |
| Malevy Leons | 13 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Pat Spencer | 12 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
Warriors Shooting and Plus-Minus
| Player | FG | 3PT | FT | +/- |
| De’Anthony Melton | 7-16 | 3-6 | 5-5 | -3 |
| Gui Santos | 6-13 | 1-7 | 2-4 | -6 |
| Brandin Podziemski | 5-10 | 4-6 | 0-4 | -6 |
| Quinten Post | 5-13 | 0-6 | 0-0 | 0 |
| Draymond Green | 2-7 | 1-5 | 1-2 | -3 |
| Seth Curry | 4-6 | 2-3 | 3-3 | +3 |
| Gary Payton II | 5-11 | 1-5 | 2-2 | +1 |
| Nate Williams | 5-8 | 1-3 | 1-1 | -1 |
| LJ Cryer | 4-9 | 3-8 | 0-0 | +8 |
| Malevy Leons | 0-2 | 0-1 | 0-0 | -7 |
| Pat Spencer | 0-4 | 0-2 | 0-0 | -1 |
Warriors Defense and Ball Security
| Player | STL | BLK | TO | PF |
| De’Anthony Melton | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Gui Santos | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Brandin Podziemski | 2 | 0 | 3 | 2 |
| Quinten Post | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Draymond Green | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Seth Curry | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Gary Payton II | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Nate Williams | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| LJ Cryer | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Malevy Leons | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Pat Spencer | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Golden State’s active players combined for 116 points, 33 assists, 11 steals, and nine turnovers.
Full Box Score: Utah Jazz
Utah used nine players. Eight reached double figures, giving the Jazz scoring across almost the entire active rotation.
Sensabaugh led Utah with 21 points. Filipowski supplied 19 points, 15 rebounds, and five assists. Cody Williams played 43 minutes.
Jazz Core Stats
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST |
| Brice Sensabaugh | 28 | 21 | 2 | 3 |
| Kyle Filipowski | 24 | 19 | 15 | 5 |
| Keyonte George | 24 | 15 | 0 | 2 |
| Cody Williams | 43 | 12 | 3 | 7 |
| John Konchar | 32 | 2 | 10 | 3 |
| Elijah Harkless | 23 | 16 | 2 | 6 |
| Kevin Love | 15 | 12 | 8 | 1 |
| Blake Hinson | 27 | 12 | 2 | 1 |
| Oscar Tshiebwe | 19 | 10 | 8 | 1 |
Jazz Shooting and Plus-Minus
| Player | FG | 3PT | FT | +/- |
| Brice Sensabaugh | 7-13 | 2-5 | 5-6 | +4 |
| Kyle Filipowski | 6-12 | 1-3 | 6-6 | +1 |
| Keyonte George | 6-15 | 1-5 | 2-2 | +4 |
| Cody Williams | 5-12 | 0-4 | 2-2 | +1 |
| John Konchar | 1-2 | 0-1 | 0-0 | -3 |
| Elijah Harkless | 4-10 | 1-4 | 7-8 | -1 |
| Kevin Love | 3-4 | 3-3 | 3-3 | +6 |
| Blake Hinson | 4-9 | 4-9 | 0-0 | -7 |
| Oscar Tshiebwe | 4-6 | 0-0 | 2-2 | +10 |
Jazz Defense and Ball Security
| Player | STL | BLK | TO | PF |
| Brice Sensabaugh | 0 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| Kyle Filipowski | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| Keyonte George | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Cody Williams | 0 | 1 | 5 | 2 |
| John Konchar | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Elijah Harkless | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Kevin Love | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Blake Hinson | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| Oscar Tshiebwe | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Svi Mykhailiuk and Mo Bamba did not play. They are excluded because the requested box score covers players who logged minutes.
Game Leaders and Top Performers
Brice Sensabaugh led Utah with 21 points on 7-of-13 shooting. He also made five of six free throws.
Kyle Filipowski finished with 19 points, 15 rebounds, and five assists. He made all six free-throw attempts.
Blake Hinson scored all 12 points from three-point range. His fourth three-pointer broke the 113-113 tie late.
De’Anthony Melton led Golden State with 22 points. His three-pointer with three seconds remaining cut Utah’s lead to one.
Elijah Harkless produced 16 points and six assists. His final two free throws established the 119-116 final score.
| Player | Team | Key Stat Line | Game Detail |
| Brice Sensabaugh | Jazz | 21 PTS, 7-13 FG | Utah scoring leader |
| Kyle Filipowski | Jazz | 19 PTS, 15 REB, 5 AST | Game rebound leader |
| Blake Hinson | Jazz | 12 PTS, 4-9 3PT | Go-ahead three |
| De’Anthony Melton | Warriors | 22 PTS, 7 REB | Warriors scoring leader |
| Elijah Harkless | Jazz | 16 PTS, 6 AST | Final two free throws |
Starting Lineups
Both teams used lineups affected by injuries. The table uses simplified positional groupings for mobile readability.
| Position | Golden State Warriors | Utah Jazz |
| Guard | Brandin Podziemski | Keyonte George |
| Guard | De’Anthony Melton | Brice Sensabaugh |
| Wing | Gui Santos | Cody Williams |
| Forward | Draymond Green | John Konchar |
| Center | Quinten Post | Kyle Filipowski |
These ten players appear as the starters in the verified game box score.
Injury Report
The absences changed both rotations substantially. Golden State lacked Stephen Curry and multiple established rotation players.
Utah played without Markkanen, Bailey, and Collier. Keyonte George played through illness but did not appear in the fourth quarter.
| Player | Injury | Status |
| Stephen Curry, GSW | Right knee patellofemoral pain syndrome | Out |
| Jimmy Butler III, GSW | Right ACL surgery | Out |
| Kristaps Porzingis, GSW | Illness | Out |
| Moses Moody, GSW | Right wrist sprain | Out |
| Al Horford, GSW | Left toe injury management | Out |
| Will Richard, GSW | Right ankle sprain | Questionable pregame, did not play |
| Seth Curry, GSW | Left sciatic nerve irritation | Probable, played |
| Lauri Markkanen, UTA | Right hip impingement | Out |
| Jaren Jackson Jr., UTA | Left knee injury recovery | Out |
| Walker Kessler, UTA | Left shoulder injury recovery | Out |
| Jusuf Nurkić, UTA | Nose injury management | Out |
| Isaiah Collier, UTA | Illness | Out |
| Ace Bailey, UTA | Illness | Out |
| Keyonte George, UTA | Illness | Questionable, played |
Porzingis and Horford had played two nights earlier against Oklahoma City. Neither was available in Salt Lake City.
Seth Curry returned after missing 40 games because of back-related problems. He scored 13 points in 12 minutes.
Season Series and Head to Head
Golden State won the 2025-26 regular-season series 3-1. Utah prevented a four-game sweep by winning the final meeting.
| Date | Venue | Winner | Score | Series |
| Nov. 24, 2025 | Chase Center | Warriors | 134-117 | GSW 1-0 |
| Jan. 3, 2026 | Chase Center | Warriors | 123-114 | GSW 2-0 |
| Jan. 28, 2026 | Delta Center | Warriors | 140-124 | GSW 3-0 |
| Mar. 9, 2026 | Delta Center | Jazz | 119-116 | GSW 3-1 |
The final two meetings were played in Salt Lake City. Golden State scored 140 in January before Utah reversed the result in March.
Western Conference Standings at Game Time
Golden State entered eighth and remained inside the Play-In positions. Utah entered 14th with a 19-45 record.
| Team | Record Before Game | West Position | Situation |
| Golden State Warriors | 32-31 | 8th | Play-In position |
| Utah Jazz | 19-45 | 14th | Outside Play-In field |
The loss dropped Golden State to .500 at 32-32. Utah improved to 20-45 with 17 regular-season games remaining.
Broadcast and Stream Information
The game received local coverage in both markets. NBA League Pass also carried the matchup for eligible out-of-market viewers.
| Platform | Coverage | Type |
| NBC Sports Bay Area | Warriors market | Television |
| KJZZ-TV | Utah market | Television |
| Jazz+ | Utah market | Streaming |
| NBA League Pass | Eligible out-of-market viewers | Streaming |
| Tip Time | 9:00 p.m. ET | Game time |
Conclusion
Utah’s 119-116 victory ended Golden State’s attempt to complete a four-game season sweep. It also damaged the Warriors’ position within a crowded Play-In race.
Utah overcame 17 turnovers by shooting efficiently and consistently reaching the free-throw line. The third-quarter run gave the Jazz their first significant cushion.
Golden State erased that margin during the fourth quarter. Hinson’s late three and Harkless’ free throws then secured Utah’s win.
Golden State returned home to face Chicago the following night. Utah remained at Delta Center for a game against New York.
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FAQ
Who won the Utah Jazz vs Golden State Warriors game on March 9, 2026?
The Utah Jazz won 119-116 at Delta Center in Salt Lake City. Blake Hinson made the go-ahead three-pointer during the final minute.
Who scored the most points in Utah Jazz vs Golden State Warriors?
De’Anthony Melton led all players with 22 points for Golden State. Brice Sensabaugh led Utah with 21 points on 7-of-13 shooting.
What were Kyle Filipowski’s stats against Golden State?
Kyle Filipowski recorded 19 points, 15 rebounds, and five assists. He shot 6-of-12 overall and made all six free-throw attempts.
What were the quarter scores in Warriors vs Jazz?
Utah won the first quarter 29-27, second 30-28, and third 32-29. Golden State won the fourth quarter 32-28.
Why did the Warriors lose despite committing fewer turnovers?
Golden State committed only nine turnovers, but Utah held major shooting and free-throw advantages. The Jazz made 27 free throws against Golden State’s 14.
Did Stephen Curry play against the Utah Jazz?
No. Stephen Curry remained sidelined with a right knee issue. Seth Curry returned instead and scored 13 points in 12 minutes.
Who made the game-winning shot for the Utah Jazz?
Blake Hinson made a three-pointer with 29.9 seconds remaining. The basket broke a 113-113 tie and gave Utah the lead.
