The Denver Nuggets and Phoenix Suns are in the middle of a highly competitive series.
There was a moment in Game 4 where things got chippy between Nikola Jokic and Suns owner Mat Ishbia.
On a play where the ball bounced out of bounds, Ishbia picked up the ball and held it.
As Jokic came over to get it from him it appeared as if he would not give it up.
The ball ended up being fumbled away as Jokic appeared to elbow Ishbia during the scuffle.
According to Shams Charania, he does not expect the league to suspend Jokic, but it is still being reviewed.
"I don't think we'll see a Nikola Jokic suspension but the NBA is reviewing the play"@ShamsCharania #PMSLive pic.twitter.com/oSbKl5i6NL
— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) May 8, 2023
This would be a terrible look for the NBA if they suspend one of the best players in the league for a critical Game 5.
Jokic did not enter the stands to get the ball, he was standing on the baseline.
It would be a major disservice to the Nuggets and NBA fans if Jokic is unable to play.
He should not have to serve a suspension because the opposing team’s owner did not want to give up the ball.
The NBA has already been under enough fire during the postseason due to their officiating.
It would be a mistake to once again take the focus off the players by reprimanding Jokic.
Keep an eye on what the league does with this incident.
It could have a lasting impact on the rest of the postseason.
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