After another ugly loss, Nikola Jokić sticks to his script: Nuggets fans who boo 'are not real fans'
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Key Points:
- Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokić criticized fans who booed the team after a comeback win, saying such fans "are not welcome anymore," emphasizing his expectation for consistent support regardless of performance.
- The Nuggets suffered a heavy 134-114 loss to the Golden State Warriors, marked by poor defense, allowing 22 three-pointers and being outrebounded significantly, highlighting early-season struggles.
- Jokić is currently unsigned beyond next season, aiming for a historic contract next summer, adding context to his comments amid a team undergoing roster changes and a disappointing playoff exit last year.
- Denver's offense is underperforming compared to past seasons, with key players shooting poorly and the team ranking low in shooting percentages and assists, contributing to fan frustration.
- Head coach David Adelman acknowledged the mutual relationship between fans and players, urging remembrance of past successes while the team seeks to rebound on an upcoming road trip.
