The Golden State Warriors didn’t just end their home losing streak — they obliterated it. On Monday, November 24, 2025, they crushed the Utah Jazz 134-117 at Chase Center in San Francisco, turning a sluggish start into a statement performance. Stephen Curry, the two-time MVP, dropped 31 points on 12-of-24 shooting, including six three-pointers, in just 29 minutes. It wasn’t just scoring — it was orchestration. The Warriors racked up 34 assists on 103 field goal attempts, forced 17 turnovers, and scored 52 points off the bench. The win snapped a two-game slide and improved Golden State’s record to 10-9, while the Jazz fell to 5-12 — still winless on the road against Western Conference teams.
A Rough Start, Then a Firestorm
The Jazz came out swinging, going 11-0 to open the game as the Warriors missed their first six shots. Fans in the arena held their breath. But then came the timeout — and the spark. Golden State responded with a 17-3 run, flipping the script in less than four minutes. By halftime, they led 67-55 after pouring in 41 points in the second quarter alone. The energy shift was palpable. You could hear it in the crowd, see it in the way players moved — quicker, sharper, more confident.
Depth Over Stars
With Draymond Green, Jonathan Kuminga, and Andrew Wiggins sidelined, the Warriors had to rely on role players stepping up. And they did. Jimmy Butler chipped in 18 points, seven assists, and six rebounds. Buddy Hield added 20 points and five rebounds. But the surprise hero? Gary Payton II. Starting in place of an injured guard, he delivered a career-best eight assists, six rebounds, and nine points — all while playing with the kind of hustle that doesn’t show up in box scores. "If the energy is right," Payton said post-game, "you’re going to rebound the ball pretty well because you’re anticipating, you’re moving."
Curry’s Leadership in the Absence
Curry, normally the engine, became the conductor without his usual rhythm section. "Without Draymond, JK, Al, you know, the spacing is a little different," he admitted after the game. "You don’t really know..." But he adapted. He drove, he pulled up, he found cutters, he hit threes from the logo. Six of them. He didn’t need 40 minutes — just 29 to remind everyone why he’s still the most dangerous player in the league when he’s locked in. "I had a rough start," Curry said. "But... we responded. I’m just glad the way we responded as a whole."
The Jazz’s Struggles Continue
For Utah Jazz, it was another road disappointment. Keyonte George, their 21-year-old point guard, led all scorers with 28 points and seven assists, while rookie Ace Bailey, the fifth overall pick in 2024, added 21 points. But they looked tired — playing their second game in 24 hours after a 12-point loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday. Their defense collapsed in the second quarter, and they never recovered. They’re now 0-5 on the road against Western Conference opponents. Their last win in San Francisco? January 22, 2020 — over five years ago.
Chase Center’s Special Night
The arena itself felt like a tribute. The Warriors wore their "The Town" edition jerseys — a nod to their Oakland roots — with a matching floor design that echoed the old Oracle Arena. Fans waved golden flags. The chants for Curry echoed louder than ever. It wasn’t just a win. It was a homecoming in spirit, even if the team moved across the bay in 2019. The crowd knew what they were seeing: a legacy team reasserting itself, even without its full roster.
What’s Next?
The Warriors’ next game is Wednesday, November 26, 2025, against the Houston Rockets — a team they’ve beaten in three of their last four meetings. The Jazz, meanwhile, will host the Sacramento Kings on Friday, November 28, 2025, hoping to snap a five-game losing streak. But with their road woes and defensive inconsistencies, the path ahead looks steep.
Behind the Numbers
- Golden State shot 49.5% from the field and 41.2% from three-point range
- 18 second-chance points for the Warriors vs. 10 for the Jazz
- Only 10 turnovers for Golden State — a sign of improved ball security
- 52 bench points — the highest in the NBA this season for the Warriors
- 10 straight home wins over Utah — longest active home streak against any team
Frequently Asked Questions
How did the Warriors manage to win without Green, Kuminga, and Wiggins?
The Warriors leaned on depth and ball movement. With their core trio out, players like Gary Payton II, Buddy Hield, and Moses Moody stepped into larger roles. The team recorded 34 assists — one of their highest totals of the season — proving they could still create high-percentage shots without relying on isolation plays. Curry’s leadership and playmaking filled the void, while the bench outscored Utah’s reserves 52-31.
Why has the Jazz struggled so badly on the road this season?
Utah’s road record is 0-5 against Western Conference teams, and their defense has been inconsistent away from Salt Lake City. They rank 27th in defensive rating on the road and lack a true defensive anchor. Their young core, including Keyonte George and Ace Bailey, is talented but still learning how to maintain focus under pressure — especially after back-to-back games. Their 17 turnovers on Monday were a symptom of poor decision-making in hostile environments.
What does this win mean for the Warriors’ playoff chances?
At 10-9, Golden State is firmly in the playoff conversation, sitting just outside the top eight in the Western Conference. This win showed they can win without their full roster — a crucial sign for the long season. If they can maintain their home dominance (now 10 straight over Utah) and keep their assist-to-turnover ratio above 3:1, they’re likely to finish in the top six. Curry’s health and efficiency remain the biggest factors.
Is Gary Payton II’s performance a sign of a permanent role change?
Possibly. With Curry handling the ball more in the absence of Draymond Green, Payton’s ability to move without the ball, defend multiple positions, and provide secondary playmaking makes him invaluable. His career-high eight assists came in a starting role — something he hasn’t done often this season. If the Warriors continue to miss key defenders, Payton could become a regular starter, especially in smaller, faster lineups.
How does this game compare to past Warriors-Jazz matchups?
Historically, the Warriors have dominated this series, especially at home. This win extended their home streak against Utah to 10 games — the longest active home winning streak against any single opponent in the NBA. The last time the Jazz won in San Francisco was in 2020, when Donovan Mitchell dropped 45 points. This time, despite Keyonte George’s 28, Utah couldn’t match Golden State’s pace, spacing, or depth — a sign of how much the Warriors have evolved since then.
What’s the significance of the "The Town" jerseys?
The "The Town" jerseys honor the Warriors’ 47-year history in Oakland before moving to Chase Center in 2019. Wearing them against a team like the Jazz — a franchise with deep roots in Salt Lake City — was symbolic. It reminded fans that identity isn’t tied to a building, but to community and legacy. The matching floor, designed with Oakland’s grid pattern and golden accents, turned the game into a celebration of the franchise’s roots — and a reminder that even in a new arena, the soul of the team remains unchanged.
