Mavericks 112 - Jazz 100 (11/6/2026): Washington Shines With 26 Points

On a cool Friday night at the American Airlines Center, the Dallas Mavericks took down the Utah Jazz with a score of 112-100. This win placed the Mavericks with a record of 5-4, while the Jazz sunk to 1-8 for the season.

The game began with the Jazz holding a slight edge in the first quarter, outscoring the Mavericks 28-26. The Mavericks rallied in the second quarter, scoring 31 points compared to the Jazz's 29, leading to a halftime score of 57-57.

Mavericks Surge Ahead

In the third quarter, the Mavericks pulled ahead significantly. They racked up 32 points, while the Jazz managed only 19. This gave Dallas a crucial advantage heading into the final quarter.

Dallas maintained control in the fourth quarter despite Utah's effort. The Jazz scored 24 points in the last quarter, but the Mavericks held firm with 23 points to seal the win. The final score was Dallas 112, Utah 100.

Cooper Flagg was a standout player for the Mavericks, delivering 21 points, 10 rebounds, and 7 assists. P.J. Washington also contributed significantly with 26 points and 6 rebounds.

Jazz's Struggles Continue

For the Jazz, Lauri Markkanen led the charge with 24 points and 8 rebounds. Darryn Peterson added 21 points and 5 assists to their effort.

Utah's shooting was efficient from the free-throw line, making 13 of 14 attempts. However, their 21 turnovers were a setback they couldn't recover from against a solid Mavericks team.

The Mavericks had a slight edge on the boards, securing 55 rebounds compared to Utah's 41. Morez Johnson Jr. was instrumental in this aspect with 17 rebounds.

Looking Ahead

The Jazz will face the Minnesota Timberwolves on the road next, hoping to break their losing streak. Meanwhile, the Mavericks will welcome the Brooklyn Nets in their upcoming game.

With this victory, Dallas positions itself better in the Western Conference. The Jazz, on the other hand, continue to search for answers as they remain at the bottom of the standings.

Both teams will aim to improve their form as the season progresses. Fans will be watching closely to see how they respond in their next games.