Utah Jazz vs Golden State Warriors regular season game: Full injury report, who's out, where to watch, and more (January 3, 2026)

The Utah Jazz visit the Golden State Warriors on January 3, 2026, at Chase Center in a Western Conference matchup that leans heavily toward the home side. Golden State enters as a clear favorite, while Utah continues to deal with injuries and uneven results.This game also comes at a tricky time for the Warriors, who are playing on a back-to-back. Several key players are listed as day-to-day, which could affect rotations late in the night. Tipoff is scheduled for 10:00 PM ET, and final lineups may not be known until shortly before the game.

Utah Jazz vs Golden State Warriors Injury situation (January 3, 2026)

Utah Jazz arrive short-handed. Ace Bailey is out with a left hip flexor strain. Walker Kessler remains sidelined while recovering from a left shoulder injury.

Georges Niang is out with a left foot stress reaction. Elijah Harkless and John Tonje are unavailable due to G League assignments.Keyonte George is questionable with an illness. Lauri Markkanen is also questionable after suffering a left knee contusion. Jusuf Nurkic is listed as doubtful with a left foot sprain. If Markkanen cannot play, Utah loses its primary scoring option, as he is averaging 27.7 points per game.

Golden State has not finalized its injury report due to the back-to-back. Curry is managing an ankle issue, while Jimmy Butler is dealing with an illness. Both are considered hopeful to play.

Utah Jazz vs Golden State Warriors game time, location, and how to watch (January 3, 2026)

The game tips off at 10:00 PM ET (5:00 PM PT) at Chase Center in San Francisco. This is the second meeting between the teams this season. Golden State won the first matchup on November 24 by a 134-117 score, led by a 31-point night from Stephen Curry.Fans can watch on NBA League Pass. Local coverage includes NBC Sports Bay Area for Warriors viewers and ROOT Sports for Jazz fans, with possible national coverage depending on scheduling.

Where both teams stand

Golden State sits eighth in the Western Conference at 18-17. The Warriors average 115.0 points per game and have been strong at home with a 10-5 record. They have also handled teams below .400 well, going 8-2 in those matchups.Utah is 12th in the West at 12-21. Defensive issues have defined much of the season, with the Jazz allowing 126.8 points per game and carrying a -7.0 point differential.

Their 4-10 road record adds to the challenge.

Jazz vs Warriors Matchups and betting outlook

Curry’s scoring and shooting could be decisive if Utah’s backcourt remains thin. If Markkanen plays, his matchup with Draymond Green will be central to Utah’s chances. Brandin Podziemski is expected to see an expanded role for Golden State, while Collin Sexton carries much of Utah’s offensive load.Golden State opened as an 11.5–12.5 point favorite with a total set at 244.5. The Warriors have covered both games this season when favored by 12.5 points or more. Utah has covered five of its last eight games as a double-digit underdog. Projections point to a 122-111 Golden State win, with Curry’s scoring prop drawing attention if he plays.