(AP Photo/Tyler Tate)Poor defense has been the theme of this season for the Utah Jazz, and in a 140-124 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday, the team’s defensive issues were once again exposed. Wednesday night’s loss was the ninth time this season the Jazz’s porous defense allowed 140 or more points. “Credit to Golden State, they played with a ton of energy and force. Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry celebrates scoring a three point shot during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Utah Jazz, Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026, in Salt Lake City. He didn’t see that from his team in yet another loss that left a lot to be desired on the defensive end.