Stephen Curry was back on the floor Wednesday night, and he wasted no time reminding everyone why he’s still one of the most electrifying forces in the NBA. After sitting out Golden State’s back-to-back set against Minnesota, Curry returned to lead the Warriors to a 140-124 win over the Utah Jazz - and in classic Curry fashion, he did it with efficiency, flair, and a bit of history.
Let’s start with the numbers: 27 points on 7-of-14 shooting, including 4-of-10 from deep and a near-perfect 9-of-10 from the free-throw line. That’s a clean 50/40/90 game - a statistical split that’s long been the gold standard for elite shooters.
But what makes this one special? Curry is the first player in nearly two decades to hit those exact percentages in a single game.
It’s a quirky milestone, sure, but it speaks volumes about his consistency and shot selection, even deep into his career.
And speaking of milestones, this performance pushed Curry past Paul Pierce for 19th on the NBA’s all-time scoring list. He now sits fewer than 100 points behind Tim Duncan, another legend of the game. These aren’t just numbers - they’re markers of a player who continues to shape the league’s history while still actively rewriting it.
But this wasn’t a one-man show. The Warriors had eight players score in double figures, a testament to how well the offense clicked from top to bottom.
Moses Moody stepped up with 26 points, five boards, and a pair of steals - a strong two-way performance that showed his growing confidence on both ends. Gui Santos turned in a complete game as well, finishing with 16 points, four assists, three rebounds, and some gritty defense that included two steals and two blocks.
Buddy Hield and Will Richardson each added 13 points, while De’Anthony Melton chipped in 12. Quinten Post rounded out the double-digit scorers with 10. It was the kind of balanced scoring effort that the Warriors have been searching for - and on this night, they found it.
Golden State improved to 27-22 on the season and wrapped up their road trip with a 2-2 split. Not perfect, but considering the ups and downs of the season so far, a win like this - with Curry leading the charge and the supporting cast delivering - feels like a step in the right direction.
On the other side, the Jazz dropped to 15-33, but they had some bright spots worth noting. Rookie Ace Bailey continued to show why there’s buzz around him, finishing with 19 points, seven rebounds, four assists, and two steals. Keyonte George matched him with 19 points of his own, along with seven boards and seven dimes - a well-rounded stat line that hints at his potential as a future leader in Utah’s backcourt.
Lauri Markkanen added 18 points and contributed across the board, while Brice Sensabaugh came off the bench to lead all Jazz scorers with 22 points, three assists, and three steals. The individual talent is there, but the team’s still searching for consistency - especially on the defensive end, where they struggled to contain Golden State’s ball movement and spacing.
Bottom line: Curry’s return was a reminder that when he's on the court, the Warriors are a different team - faster, more fluid, and far more dangerous. And with the all-time scoring list in his sights, he’s not just playing for wins - he’s playing for legacy.