The Utah Jazz struggled defensively once again, suffering a disappointing 140-124 loss to the Golden State Warriors on January 28, 2026, in Salt Lake City. This defeat marked the Jazz’s fourth consecutive loss, pushing their record to 15-33 for the season.
The Warriors’ offense, led by a game-high 27 points from Steph Curry, showcased impressive shooting skills, finishing at 53% from the field and hitting 43% from three-point range. Additionally, Moses Moody contributed significantly with 26 points, while six other Golden State players scored in double digits, highlighting their collective offensive strength.
Utah’s defensive woes have been a season-long issue, as they allowed 140 points or more for the ninth time this year. Currently, the Jazz rank last in the NBA in defense, conceding an average of 127.5 points per game. Coach Will Hardy noted that his team’s sluggishness and lack of physicality allowed Golden State to exploit their defensive weaknesses effectively.
“We were steps behind on every action tonight defensively. Their cutting had us spinning like a top the entire game,” said Hardy, acknowledging the Warriors’ adept off-ball movement. He emphasized the need for better communication and physicality to improve defensive sets against such a dynamic team.
Despite the setback, there were some positive takeaways for Utah. Brice Sensabaugh stood out offensively, scoring 22 points, which marked the seventh time this month he has achieved 20 or more points in a game. Lauri Markkanen, who added 18 points, praised Sensabaugh’s gifted scoring ability and progress in creating plays off the dribble.
Looking ahead, the Jazz will try to regain momentum as they complete their six-game home stand against the Brooklyn Nets before embarking on a challenging five-game road trip. The team remains focused on overcoming its defensive challenges and improving its performance as they seek to turn the season around.