In a game that had coaches and players alike questioning the state of defense in the NBA, Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets emerged victorious over the Golden State Warriors with a score of 120-114. Jokic, despite struggling from the field, made up for it by going a perfect 18 for 18 from the free-throw line, setting a career-high for made free throws.
The game left Golden State coach Steve Kerr frustrated, as he expressed his concerns about the lack of consistency in how defense is rewarded in the league today. Kerr believes that players have become adept at 'fooling' their way to the foul line, which ultimately hinders the true essence of the game. He didn't mince words, calling the display of constant fouls and free throws 'disgusting.'
