The Dallas Mavericks beat the Golden State Warriors 123–115 on Thursday night in Dallas, in a game that mixed current form with NBA history.
While the Mavericks extended their best winning run of the season, the night will also be remembered for Stephen Curry becoming the first player in NBA history to attempt 10,000 three-point shots.
The result matters because it keeps Dallas building momentum ahead of a tough stretch, while Golden State continue to struggle without injured star Jimmy Butler.
UK basketball fans following the Mavericks vs Warriors clash saw both a milestone moment and a turning point game.
What happened in the Mavericks vs Warriors game?
The Mavericks controlled key moments late on to secure a 123–115 home win over the Warriors at the American Airlines Centre in Dallas.
Dallas recorded their fourth straight victory, their longest winning run of the season so far. Golden State, meanwhile, fell to 0–2 since Jimmy Butler’s season-ending knee injury, highlighting their growing depth issues.
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Despite a huge individual performance from Stephen Curry, the Warriors could not stop Dallas’ balanced scoring and strong fourth-quarter push.
Why was Stephen Curry’s night historic?
Stephen Curry delivered another elite shooting performance, scoring 38 points and hitting 8 of 15 three-point attempts.
Stephen Curry’s record-breaking night further cements his long-standing impact on the league, especially as Golden State recently reunited him with his younger brother after the Warriors decided to bring Seth Curry back, adding another family storyline to the franchise’s season.
More importantly, Curry became the first player in NBA history to reach 10,000 three-point attempts.
His updated career numbers now stand at:
- 4,222 made three-pointers
- 10,007 total three-point attempts
- 42.2% career accuracy from beyond the arc
This milestone underlines Curry’s long-term influence on modern basketball, where three-point shooting now shapes how teams play across the league.
“Curry has changed how basketball is played at every level,” former NBA coach Stan Van Gundy said during US broadcast coverage.
How did Dallas take control of the game?
Dallas relied on teamwork rather than one standout scorer. Naji Marshall led the Mavericks with 30 points and nine assists, matching his season highs in both categories.
Rookie Cooper Flagg, the No.1 overall pick, added 21 points in just 30 minutes, despite being on a minutes restriction following an ankle injury.
Other key contributors included:
- Max Christie: 21 points
- Brandon Williams: 19 points off the bench
- Six Mavericks players are scoring in double figures
This spread-out attack stretched the Warriors’ defence and kept Dallas in control during key moments.
What turned the game in the fourth quarter?
The match was still close midway through the final quarter, with Golden State briefly holding a one-point lead. The turning point came when Draymond Green was called for a flagrant foul, leading to heated arguments with officials.
Moments later, Green picked up another foul, continued protesting, and eventually fouled out with 3 minutes and 50 seconds remaining.
Dallas immediately went on an 11–0 run, swinging momentum firmly in their favour and sealing the result. “We stayed composed and took advantage of the situation,” a Mavericks staff member said post-game.
What went wrong for the Warriors?
Golden State’s problems went beyond Curry’s supporting cast.
- Jonathan Kuminga left early after just 9 minutes with left knee soreness
- Kuminga had only just returned after a month out
- Jimmy Butler remains sidelined with an ACL tear, ending his season
Coach Steve Kerr continues to juggle rotations as injuries disrupt consistency, leaving the Warriors exposed late in games.
What happens next for both teams?
- Golden State Warriors: Travel to Minnesota for back-to-back games starting Saturday
- Dallas Mavericks: Host the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday, with Luka Dončić facing his former team
For UK viewers, these fixtures will air late at night via NBA League Pass and Sky Sports.
