The National Basketball Association (NBA) has fined Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic and Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle for their involvement in a scuffle during Game 4 of their Western Conference first-round playoff series.
Fines Imposed
Jokic was fined $50,000, while Randle was fined $35,000 for their roles in the altercation. The incident occurred during the Timberwolves' 112-96 victory over the Nuggets, which gave Minnesota a 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven series.
What Happened
The scuffle took place in the fourth quarter, with players from both teams exchanging words and shoves. Officials quickly intervened to separate the players and prevent the situation from escalating. No ejections were issued at the time, but the league reviewed the incident and decided to impose fines.
Series Outlook
The Nuggets now face elimination as they trail 3-1 in the series. Game 5 is scheduled for Tuesday, April 28, 2026 (Philippine time), in Denver. The Timberwolves will look to close out the series and advance to the second round, while the Nuggets will fight to extend their season.
Both Jokic and Randle are expected to be available for Game 5, as the fines do not include a suspension.
