NBA Initiates Inquiry into Alleged Involvement of Nikola Jokic’s Brother in Altercation During Lakers Game

The NBA has launched an investigation into the actions of Strahinja Jokic, the brother of Denver Nuggets’ standout Nikola Jokic, following a video surfacing that purportedly shows him punching an individual after the Nuggets’ victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night, as reported by The Athletic.

The incident unfolded after the Nuggets secured a 101-99 win over the Lakers in the second Western Conference first-round playoff series game. Video footage circulated online, capturing Strahinja Jokic, along with another brother Nemanja, engaging in a confrontation with two individuals in the stands at Ball Arena. The video suggests that Strahinja threw a punch at one of the fans, using his right hand to strike the individual’s face.

While the Nuggets organization has not issued an official statement regarding the incident, reports indicate they are actively investigating it.

Notably, the Jokic brothers have a history of standing up for Nikola and reacting strongly to what they perceive as disrespectful behaviour towards him. This sentiment was evident in their past social media feud with NBA players Marcus and Markieff Morris. Moreover, in a separate incident back in 2017, Strahinja had to be restrained by arena security to prevent him from confronting a referee.

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Beyond the realm of basketball, Strahinja Jokic has encountered legal troubles. In 2019, he faced arrest on charges of allegedly choking and pushing a woman in an attempt to prevent her from leaving an apartment in Denver. Subsequently, Strahinja pleaded guilty to misdemeanor counts of obstruction and trespassing, receiving a deferred sentence.

Despite the off-court distractions, Nikola Jokic delivered a stellar performance in game two, recording an impressive triple-double with 27 points, 20 rebounds, and 10 assists, propelling the Nuggets to a 2-0 series lead against the Lakers. The Serbian center, a two-time league MVP and a finalist for the award this year, has been a cornerstone of the Nuggets’ success.

Throughout the season, Jokic has been a consistent force on the court, averaging 26.4 points, 12.4 rebounds, and 9.0 assists per game. With a remarkable career spanning 675 games, all with the Nuggets, he boasts career averages of 20.9 points, 10.7 rebounds, and 6.9 assists, solidifying his status as one of the league’s premier players.