Utah Jazz Surprises Warriors with Close Victory
Blake Hinson hits the game-winning 3-pointer for the Utah Jazz. The Warriors, without Stephen Curry, fall to a depleted but determined Jazz team in a spectacular game.
Mar 9, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (3) drives past Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski (2) in the the second quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Gabriel Mayberry-Imagn Images
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The Utah Jazz pulled of a surprise victory by defeating the Golden State Warriors 119-116 in a game where both teams were missing several starters. Blake Hinson, a two-way contract player, hit the game-winning 3-pointer with 29.9 seconds remaining on the clock.
BLAKE HINSON WITH ICE IN HIS VEINS!
— SleeperJazz (@SleeperJazz) March 10, 2026
Brice Sensabaugh Leads Jazz Offense
Brice Sensabaugh was the game’s leading scorer with 21 points, leading a Jazz team that had lost eight of its last nine games. Kyle Filipowski also shined with a double-double of 19 points and 15 rebounds, providing the necessary inside presence.
Hinson’s impact was decisive in crucial moments. The two-way contract player hit four 3-pointers in the game, including the game-winner. Elijah Harkless, another two-way contract player, sealed the victory with two free throws to reach his career-high of 16 points.
Keyonte George scored 15 points for Utah but was unable to play in the fourth quarter due to illness.
Warriors Miss Opportunity Without Curry
For the Warriors, without Stephen Curry and several other starters, De’Anthony Melton led the offense with 22 points. Gui Santos added 15 points while Brandin Podziemski scored 14, but missed four crucial free throws in the fourth quarter.
Seth Curry returned after missing 40 games due to back problems, contributing 13 points. However, the Warriors lost more ground in the Western Conference Play-In Tournament race, with four losses in five games.
The difference was particularly evident at the free-throw line, where Utah excelled with 27 makes on 29 attempts, compared to 14 of 21 for Golden State. After 19 lead changes, the Jazz took control thanks to a 12-1 run in the third quarter, giving them an 89-78 advantage.
With a background in sports management, Nicolas Flamecourt covers NBA news with a particular passion for the North American league, which he has been following for several years. He also covers the NCAA, including news and scouting of future prospects, and regularly conducts interviews with French players as well as players competing in Europe.
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