Warriors Triumph Over Mavericks on Christmas Day
On December 25, 2025, at Chase Center in San Francisco, the Golden State Warriors triumphed over the Dallas Mavericks with a score of 126-116, showcasing impressive performances from key players.
Key Performances
Stephen Curry, the standout guard for the Warriors, delivered a notable performance with 23 points, including a crucial three-pointer with just under four minutes to go, solidifying the team’s lead. Jimmy Butler contributed significantly as well, nearly achieving a triple-double by scoring 14 points while also recording nine assists and nine rebounds.
Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg shone brightly in his Christmas Day debut, racking up 27 points on 13-of-21 shooting and adding six rebounds and five assists. Off the bench, Brandon Williams added 26 points, bolstering the Mavericks’ effort.
Player Highlights and Challenges
Klay Thompson, who recently missed a game due to knee soreness, returned to play against his former teammates and received a warm welcome from the crowd as he entered late in the first quarter. Notably, Curry was seen watching Thompson’s pre-game warmup closely.
However, the Mavericks were dealt a blow when center Anthony Davis had to leave the game in the second quarter due to groin spasms. Before his exit, Davis managed to score three points, make three rebounds, and block two shots within 11 minutes of play.
Draymond Green, who started for the Warriors, faced foul trouble but still managed to score seven points and grab five rebounds. His tumultuous previous game featured a public disagreement with coach Steve Kerr, which both later addressed and reconciled.
Game Progression
The game started sluggishly for the Warriors, who missed their first six attempts from beyond the arc, allowing the Mavericks to stay in the mix until Moses Moody hit the first three-pointer for Golden State midway through the first quarter, energizing the team. Veteran Al Horford, back from a seven-game absence due to sciatica, also made a significant impact, sinking all four of his three-point attempts and finishing with 14 points.
As the Warriors established a strong lead of 40-28 after the first quarter, De’Anthony Melton contributed 16 points and Brandin Podziemski added 13 points, eight rebounds, and four assists off the bench.
Looking Ahead
Looking ahead, the Mavericks will face the Sacramento Kings next, while the Warriors are slated to play the Toronto Raptors on the road in their upcoming games.
