Luguentz Dort apologizes to Nikola Jokic after flagrant foul

Dort says he went too far

During the Thunder’s matchup with the Denver Nuggets, Luguentz Dort landed a kick on Nikola Jokic that drew immediate attention and earned him an ejection. Dort later spoke about the incident in an interview, saying the game had been physical but that his action was unnecessary and something he shouldn’t have done. He accepted responsibility, calling it a mistake and admitting he crossed the line while competing.

Tense rivalry, but mutual respect

The confrontational style that has followed Dort in the past flared up in this game, though both sides appear to have smoothed things over since. Dort noted that games between these teams are always hard-fought and that he enjoys the matchup, even if tempers occasionally boil over. At the moment, Denver sits 38–24 in the Western Conference, while Oklahoma City holds a 48–15 record at the top of the standings.