The Golden State Warriors pulled off a dramatic overtime win in Dallas, but the night ended on a somber note when Moses Moody went down late with a serious-looking injury, Yankee Scores reports.
Moody’s Impact and Scary Fall
Moses Moody had been shining with 23 points before disaster struck. After stealing the ball from rookie Cooper Flagg, he raced toward the basket but crumpled to the floor when his left leg buckled. The arena fell silent as medical staff rushed in. “We don’t know what it is, but it sure looked bad,” coach Steve Kerr said, visibly shaken. Moody was stretchered off and taken for X-rays.
Moses Moody just suffered what could be a patellar dislocation of left knee on a non contact injury while laying it up. It’s a little gruesome, so watch with caution. pic.twitter.com/BenNpt1eO8
— BBALLBREAKDOWN (@bballbreakdown) March 24, 2026
Warriors Find Balance
Despite the emotional blow, Golden State managed to secure the 137-131 victory. Kristaps Porzingis matched Moody’s 23 points, while Brandin Podziemski added 20 points and 10 rebounds. Gary Payton II was perfect from the field, scoring 17, and Gui Santos delivered 11 of his 16 points in the fourth quarter and overtime. Eight Warriors finished in double figures, ending a three-game skid.
Mavericks’ Struggles Continue
Dallas rookie Cooper Flagg impressed with 30 points and nine assists, but his seven turnovers proved costly. Three of them came during an 11-0 Warriors run that swung momentum. Daniel Gafford chipped in 20 points, yet the Mavericks dropped their 12th straight home game — their longest such streak in 32 years.
Playoff Picture
Golden State, now solidly in the play-in tournament mix, showed resilience by erasing a 15-point deficit and holding firm in overtime. The Mavericks, meanwhile, fell to 4-23 since their last win streak, deepening what has become a lost season.
What’s Next
The Warriors return home to face the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday, hoping to build momentum despite Moody’s uncertain status. Dallas, still searching for answers, heads to Denver to take on the Nuggets as their historic home skid drags on.
