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Nuggets' Nikola Jokic Addresses Lu Dort Altercation in Loss to Thunder

Nuggets' Nikola Jokic Addresses Lu Dort Altercation in Loss to Thunder

Summary

During a basketball game between the Denver Nuggets and the Oklahoma City Thunder, a confrontation occurred after Lu Dort of the Thunder bumped Nikola Jokic, causing a fall. Dort was ejected for an excessive foul, while Jokic and another player received technical fouls. The Thunder won the game 127-121 in overtime.

Key Facts

  • Lu Dort bumped Nikola Jokic during the game, causing Jokic to fall.
  • The incident took place with just over eight minutes remaining in the fourth quarter.
  • Dort was ejected for a Flagrant 2 foul, which is considered excessive.
  • Nikola Jokic and Thunder’s Jaylin Williams received technical fouls for their involvement after the foul.
  • No punches were thrown, but there was pushing and shoving among players.
  • The Oklahoma City Thunder won the game with a final score of 127-121 in overtime.
  • Oklahoma City's Shai-Gilgeous Alexander scored 36 points in the victory.
  • With this win, the Thunder's record improved to 46-15, maintaining their lead in the Western Conference.

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