Brief

Nikola Jokić tells booing fans they are no longer welcome after OT win

Jokić’s remarks came after Denver’s first win of the season, a 141‑135 overtime triumph over New Orleans.

By Felo News Desk · Published Sun, 25 Oct 2026 23:14:24 GMT

The Denver Nuggets earned their first win of the 2026‑27 season with a 141‑135 overtime victory over the New Orleans Pelicans at Ball Arena, according to Newsweek. Nikola Jokić recorded a triple‑double—35 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists—while teammate Jamal Murray led all players with 42 points.

What happened

The game, attended by 19,905 fans, saw the Pelicans build a 23‑point lead in the second quarter and a 19‑point advantage heading into the fourth. Denver rallied, erasing the deficit and forcing overtime, where Jokić and Murray propelled the comeback. Other contributors included Trevon Brazile (17 points) and Christian Braun (15 points). The win moved the Nuggets to a 1‑1 record after a 96‑84 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

What was said

When asked about fans booing the team at the home opener, Jokić said, "I'm actually so glad you mentioned that because we get booed at the first home game, and I think those fans that booed us, they don't need to come anymore, because if you guys follow us, you know that we never quit. If they ask me, they are not welcome anymore," Newsweek reported.

How it came about

Jokić’s comments follow a pattern of player reactions to hostile crowds, a theme also noted in recent NBA coverage of LeBron James, who described embracing boos after a separate home‑court win. The Nuggets remain among the top‑10 odds‑listed teams for the NBA Finals, despite not returning to the championship series since their 2023 title.

Key facts

Nikola Jokić posted a triple‑double with 35 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists. (newsweek.com)
Jamal Murray scored a game‑high 42 points. (newsweek.com)
The Nuggets defeated the Pelicans 141‑135 in overtime. (newsweek.com)
Jokić told fans who booed the team they are not welcome anymore. (newsweek.com)