When Nikola Jokic Snapped: The Markieff Morris Shove That Sparked A League-Wide Firestorm

When Nikola Jokic Snapped: The Markieff Morris Shove That Sparked A League-Wide Firestorm

Nikola Jokic and Markieff Morris (Photo by Imagn Images) Known for maintaining composure and concentration during games, Nikola Jokic shocked fans during a heated game against the Miami Heat in November 2021. In response to Markieff Morris’ hard foul on him, Jokic shoved Morris hard from behind, sending him to the ground. Both players received punishment after the incident quickly gained widespread attention in the NBA. Some debated whether Joki…

Markieff Morris accuses Nikola Jokic of 'cheap shot'

Oct 7, 2021; Houston, Texas, USA; Miami Heat forward Markieff Morris (8) warms up prior to the game against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports It has been nearly four years since Markieff Morris and Nikola Jokic traded blows on the court, and Morris is still doubling down on Jokic being to blame for what happened. The Morris twins appeared on Shaq’s “The Big Podcast” and the topic of their ongo…