The Denver Nuggets suffered a nail-biting loss to the Dallas Mavericks, falling 123-120 in a thrilling game that could have gone either way. While the defeat stings, it wasn’t just the close scoreline that had fans buzzing. A tense moment involving Nikola Jokic stole the spotlight, sparking debate across social media.

Midway through the game, Jokic was fighting for a rebound and was pushed from behind, causing a hard fall that left him visibly frustrated. The Nuggets star immediately approached the referee, claiming a foul that never came. However, his protests quickly escalated as he followed the referee around the court, making animated gestures and expressing his displeasure by lashing out at the referee, without deserving any consequences for his loud complaint.

Despite Jokic’s aggressive behavior, including what many perceived as excessive gestures, the referees chose not to call a technical foul. The decision shocked fans, sparking debates on social media about whether Jokic is receiving special treatment as one of the NBA’s biggest stars.

Videos of the incident, shared widely on X by accounts like ‘Brickcenter,’ fueled further outrage, with many questioning the consistency of officiating standards.

This game marked the second thrilling matchup between the Nuggets and Mavericks in Denver this season, with both contests being decided by razor-thin margins (122-120 and 123-120). The Mavericks, playing without Luka Doncic, showcased resilience and poise to pull off the win.

As for the Nuggets, the loss underscored their struggles in closing tight games, while Jokic’s fiery outburst added another layer of intrigue.

While fans remain divided on whether the referees handled the situation correctly, the question lingers: does Jokic’s status as an MVP afford him privileges other players don’t receive?