The Utah Jazz played against the Dallas Mavericks at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City. The game took place on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 9:00 PM. The Jazz won a close game with a score of 116–114.

Lauri Markkanen led the Jazz with 33 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists. For the Mavericks, Cooper Flagg had a strong performance with 26 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists. The Jazz now have a record of 13-24, while the Mavericks are at 14-24 this season.

The Utah Jazz started strong in the first quarter, scoring 34 points compared to the Dallas Mavericks’ 29. The Mavericks made a slight comeback in the second quarter, outscoring the Jazz 26-24, but the Jazz held a 58-55 lead at halftime. In the third quarter, the Mavericks gained momentum, scoring 34 points while the Jazz scored 30, tightening the game heading into the final quarter.

The fourth quarter was close, with the Jazz scoring 28 points to the Mavericks’ 25. This gave Utah a narrow 116-114 victory. The Mavericks had a solid field goal percentage of 51.8% and were strong from beyond the arc, hitting 41.7% of their three-point attempts. However, the Jazz capitalized on turnovers, forcing 20 from the Mavericks while only committing 9 themselves.

• Cooper Flagg of the Dallas Mavericks had a strong performance. He scored 26 points and grabbed 10 rebounds. He also handed out 8 assists.
• Anthony Davis also contributed for Dallas. He scored 21 points and collected 11 rebounds. His 4 assists added to the team’s effort.
• Klay Thompson added 23 points for the Mavericks. He managed 3 rebounds and 5 assists.

• Lauri Markkanen led the Utah Jazz to victory. He scored 33 points and pulled down 7 rebounds. He assisted his teammates with 4 assists.
• Keyonte George supported the Jazz’s win with 19 points. He also contributed 3 rebounds and 7 assists.
• Brice Sensabaugh chipped in with 14 points for Utah. He added 4 rebounds and 3 assists to the game.

• Both teams had standout performances from their key players. The game was competitive with the Jazz winning by 2 points.
• The Mavericks had a high shooting percentage from the field. They made 51.8% of their shots.
• However, the Jazz’s defense made a difference with 11 steals and 9 turnovers.

What’s Next

The Utah Jazz’s win over the Dallas Mavericks improved their record to 12-24. This victory keeps them in the 13th spot in the Western Conference standings. They remain two spots behind the Mavericks, who hold the 11th position with a 14-23 record.

Both teams are striving to climb the standings in the competitive Western Conference. Each win is vital as they aim to secure better placements. The Jazz’s recent win could provide momentum as they prepare for their next games.

The Dallas Mavericks will play their next game on Saturday, January 10, against the Chicago Bulls. This game will take place at the United Center. The Mavericks will then return home to face the Brooklyn Nets on Monday, January 12, at the American Airlines Center. Following that, they will host the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday, January 14.

The Utah Jazz will have their next game on Saturday, January 10, at home against the Charlotte Hornets. This game will be held at the Delta Center. The Jazz will then travel to play the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday, January 12, at Rocket Arena. Their next road game will be against the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday, January 14, at the United Center.

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