Warriors beat Jazz; Steve Kerr believes ball control had an effect.
2025-11-26 08:11
Thanks to contributions from Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Buddy Hield, the Golden State Warriors defeated the Utah Jazz 134-117 in another key game of the 2025/26 NBA regular season. Head coach Steve Kerr said the team's ball control worked well and he liked the way the players dribbled.
According to the data, Stephen Curry contributed 31 points and two assists for the Golden State Warriors in this game, Buddy Hield scored 20 points and 4 assists, and Jimmy Butler contributed 18 points and 7 assists.
Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr said, "We control the ball, which is our number one priority. When we control the ball, we usually win. We're 9-1 when we win games with turnovers, and about 1-8 when we have more turnovers than our opponents. Obviously, that's our benchmark, and it helps our defense, and I love how basketball works."
Stephen Curry said in an interview, "We had a great practice the day before the game, while the Utah Jazz played a series of games. We were hoping for a better start than we actually were, and we responded after that quick timeout. The coach ignited us, and I'm happy with the team's response."
"We know we can play better, but it feels good to find some rhythm on offense and finally see the ball go in after a bad start."
In addition, Stephen Curry said, "I have great chemistry with Gary Payton II. He's a very unique player. Opponents often think about who to assign to guard him, and we both know exactly where we'll be in our pick-and-rolls and off-ball movement. It's always helpful when he takes a shot and gets open."
"No one can do exactly what Draymond Green does, but Gary Payton II has his own unique way. His athleticism allows him to drive to the basket, participate in handoffs, and set great screens, causing problems for opponents in these ways."
