Michael Malone warns Nuggets Locker Room after Nikola Jokic’s return goes in vain

The Denver Nuggets’ hopes of a triumphant return for Nikola Jokić were dashed by a disappointing loss to the Dallas Mavericks. Despite Jokić’s impressive triple-double, the team’s poor first-half defense, particularly in the paint, drew sharp criticism from coach Michael Malone. Malone emphasized the need for collective responsibility and urged Jamal Murray to elevate his performance to support Jokić’s efforts.