Serbian pivot Nikola Jokic scored 53 points in Denver Nuggets' 129-124 loss to Phoenix Suns. He was involved in a bizarre incident with Phoenix owner Mat Ishbia, who was holding the ball.
The NBA must protect players during any interference from spectators, he said. The fifth game of this series will be played Tuesday back at the home of Denver. The Nuggets and Suns are tied at 2-2 in the Western Conference semifinal match-up, with one game left to play.