Mavs Hold Off Jazz 112-100 Behind Washington’s 26 Points

Game Result

The Dallas Mavericks secured a 112-100 victory over the Utah Jazz on Friday, November 6, 2026, at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. The win improved the Mavericks' record to 5-4, while the Jazz fell to 1-8 on the season. A total of 19,568 fans were in attendance for the contest.

First Half Dynamics

The opening quarter was a tightly contested affair, with neither team able to establish a sustained lead. Utah jumped out to an early 3-0 advantage on a three-pointer by Lauri Markkanen, but Dallas responded quickly. The Mavericks took their first lead at 5-3 thanks to a pullup jump shot by Cooper Flagg.

The teams traded baskets throughout the period, with Keyonte George and Jaxson Hayes providing scoring punches for Utah, while Daniel Gafford and P.J. Washington kept Dallas competitive. The quarter ended tied at 26-26 after a dunk by Jaxson Hayes.

The second quarter saw increased offensive output from both sides. Utah briefly took the lead at 30-28 before Dallas answered. Keyonte George hit a crucial three-pointer to give Utah a 45-40 advantage late in the half, but P.J. Washington’s scoring surge kept the Mavericks within striking distance. The Jazz entered halftime with a narrow edge, setting the stage for a decisive third quarter.

Third Quarter Turnaround

Dallas emerged from the locker room with renewed intensity, taking control of the game in the third period. The Mavericks outscored Utah 32-19 in the frame, building a commanding lead. Cooper Flagg was instrumental in this stretch, hitting multiple three-pointers and drawing fouls to extend the advantage. Kyrie Irving also contributed significantly, driving to the basket for key scores.

Utah struggled to match Dallas’s offensive efficiency during this period. Despite efforts from Lauri Markkanen to keep his team close with three-point shooting, the Mavericks’ balanced attack proved too much. By the end of the third quarter, Dallas held a substantial lead, effectively putting the game out of reach for the visitors.

Closing Out the Game

The fourth quarter was largely about managing the clock and preserving the lead for the Mavericks. Utah attempted to rally, with Keyonte George and Darryn Peterson hitting several threes to narrow the gap briefly. However, Dallas maintained its composure, relying on steady scoring from P.J. Washington and timely plays from Cooper Flagg.

Washington finished as the game’s top scorer with 26 points. Cooper Flagg orchestrated the offense with 7 assists, while Morez Johnson Jr. dominated the glass with 17 rebounds for Dallas. For Utah, Lauri Markkanen led all scorers with 24 points and grabbed 8 rebounds, and Keyonte George dished out 9 assists.

The Mavericks’ defensive effort in the third quarter was the decisive factor, allowing them to cruise to a 112-100 victory.

Sources

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