Warriors Triumph 135-112 Over Heat: Jan 19, 2026 Game Recap

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Warriors Triumph 135-112 Over Heat: Jan 19, 2026 Game Recap

The Golden State Warriors achieved a decisive 135-112 victory over the Miami Heat on January 19, 2026. This game had significant implications due to the injury of star player Jimmy Butler.

Key Game Highlights

  • Injury Update: Jimmy Butler sustained a right knee injury in the third quarter.
  • Performance: Butler scored 17 points before leaving the game.
  • Incident Details: Injury occurred during a collision with Davion Mitchell, leading to a foul call at 7:41 in the third quarter.
  • Assistance Required: Butler was unable to bear weight on his knee and required help from teammates to exit.

Other Notable Contributions

Andrew Wiggins made a notable return to the Chase Center, contributing 18 points and five rebounds. Meanwhile, Norman Powell led the Heat with 21 points as they faced their fourth consecutive road loss, bringing their overall record to 7-14 outside of South Florida.

For the Warriors, Stephen Curry added 19 points along with 11 assists and Brandin Podziemski scored a season-high 24 points. Buddy Hield chipped in with 16 points. Draymond Green missed the game due to a right ankle sprain but is expected to return for the following game against Toronto.

Upcoming Games

  • Heat: Scheduled to play against Sacramento on Tuesday night.
  • Warriors: Will host the Toronto Raptors on the same night.

This matchup was also notable for being the Warriors’ 13th game played on Martin Luther King Jr. Day in the past 14 seasons, and the second consecutive year hosting this event at home.