Nikola Jokic Ejected from Game on Serbian Heritage Night, Sparks Controversy

Despite the ejection of their star player, the Denver Nuggets managed to secure a victory against the Chicago Bulls.

Nikola Jokic, Denver Nuggets star and two-time NBA MVP, was ejected from a game against the Chicago Bulls during the second quarter for arguing with a referee over a perceived missed foul call.
The ejection took place on Serbian Heritage Night at the United Center in Chicago, a city with a significant Serbian population, and many fans had come specifically to see Jokic, who is Serbian.
This is Jokic's second ejection of the season, the first also being for arguing with a referee over a no-call during a game against the Detroit Pistons.
Despite Jokic's ejection, the Nuggets still managed to win the game 114-106.
Jokic's ejection has sparked controversy and criticism, with many arguing that his comments did not warrant an ejection and that the decision negatively impacted the game.