The Golden State Warriors defeated the visiting Dallas Mavericks, 126-117, in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals at Chase Center on Friday evening.

The Mavs got out to a strong start and led, 32-25, after one quarter. They kept the pressure on in the second and pushed it to a 14-point game by halftime. However, the Warriors came out much stronger in the third and rallied all the way back to make it a two-point game head into the final frame. They kept the momentum going and claimed a seven-point advantage just minutes into the quarter. The Mavs could not keep up down the stretch, as the Warriors came up clutch to secure the impressive comeback win and 2-0 series lead.

Stephen Curry led the Warriors with 32 points, eight rebounds and five assists, in 37 minutes. Jordan Poole followed up with 23 points, five assists and two steals, while Kevon Looney logged 21 points, 12 rebounds and two assists. The Warriors shot 56 percent from the field, including 14-of-28 from long range.

Meanwhile, Luka Doncic led the Mavs with 42 points, five rebounds, eight assists, three steals and a block, in 38 minutes. Jalen Brunson followed up with 31 points, seven rebounds and five assists, while Reggie Bullock totaled 21 points, three rebounds and two assists. The Mavs shot 47 percent from the field, including 21-of-45 from deep.

Game 3 is scheduled for Sunday in Dallas.