On Wednesday night, Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic was issued a technical foul after attempting to take the ball from Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver. The incident occurred during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets’ 111-105 loss to the Suns.
The altercation began when Jokic was fouled by Suns guard Devin Booker. After the whistle blew, Jokic attempted to take the ball from Sarver, who had come onto the court to protest the call. Sarver then pushed Jokic away, and the two exchanged words before being separated by referees and players.
The NBA has since issued a statement saying that Jokic was issued a technical foul for his actions. The league also said that Sarver will not be disciplined for his role in the incident.
The incident has caused a stir among NBA fans, with some arguing that Jokic should have been given a harsher punishment for his actions. Others have argued that Sarver should have been disciplined for coming onto the court and pushing Jokic away.
Regardless of what punishment, if any, is handed out, this incident serves as a reminder that owners should not be involved in on-court disputes. It is also a reminder that players should not attempt to take the ball from owners, no matter how frustrated they may be with a call.
Ultimately, this incident serves as a lesson to both players and owners that they should respect each other’s roles on the court and refrain from engaging in physical altercations.
