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Jokic Ejected After Scuffle, Fights Back!
26 Apr
Summary
- Jokic was ejected from Game 4 with only 1.3 seconds remaining.
- He finished with 24 points, 15 rebounds, and nine assists.
- The ejection occurred after a confrontation with Jaden McDaniels.
In the closing moments of Game 4, which saw the Denver Nuggets lose to the Minnesota Timberwolves, Nikola Jokic was ejected. This occurred with just 1.3 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter. Jokic confronted Jaden McDaniels following a lay-up by the Timberwolves forward, escalating into a fight that involved multiple players from both teams.
Despite the late-game ejection, Jokic concluded the game with a strong performance. He recorded 24 points, 15 rebounds, and nine assists, narrowly missing a triple-double. However, his shooting efficiency has been a concern in the series' losses, with a notable struggle from the floor. The league's potential disciplinary actions against Jokic remain a key point of interest before Game 5.
Game 5 is scheduled to be played on Monday in Denver, where the Nuggets will look to bounce back. The outcome of this incident and any resulting penalties could impact the ongoing playoff series.
