Overview
- Serbian outlet Meridian Sport, citing Denver sources, reports an initial assessment of a knee hyperextension with no prolonged absence expected.
- An MRI was scheduled for Tuesday, and the Nuggets have not issued an official diagnosis or timeline.
- Jokic was hurt late in the second quarter when teammate Spencer Jones stepped on his foot, causing his left knee to bend and sending him to the floor.
- Denver lost to Miami 123–147 in the game in which the injury occurred.
- Head coach David Edelman voiced concern for Jokic’s well-being and said the team expects more clarity after imaging.