"I've Played in Front of 10, 50, and 100 People, but These Aren't True Fans!" Jokic Pulls No Punches After Colorado Shocker

Pulse Sports Team 07:46 - 27 October 2026

Following another tough home defeat for Denver, Nikola Jokic once again voiced sharp criticism over the crowd's reaction. Fans leaving early and booing the team prompted the three-time MVP to call them out, stating they are not true supporters.

The Serbian superstar addressed the crowd's behavior during his postgame press conference, echoing his frustration from the previous matchup against New Orleans, where fans booed while the Nuggets were trailing. While Denver managed a dramatic comeback win that night, there was no escaping defeat against Golden State, and the discontent in the arena was even more palpable.

Instead of boos, an eerie silence settled over the building as disappointed fans began streaming toward the exits long before the final buzzer sounded.

At the podium, Jokic refused to back down when reporters reminded him of the sharp criticism he had leveled the previous evening.

"I absolutely stand by every word. I've never experienced anything like that before," the three-time MVP said bluntly.

The Sombor native reiterated that he cannot accept that kind of attitude from the home crowd when the team hits a rough patch.

Throughout my career, I've played in front of 10 people, 50, 100... But I could never understand or accept anyone booing their own team. To me, those simply aren't real fans. Nikola Jokic

The mass exodus before the final buzzer was a clear sign of mounting frustration among Nuggets supporters. While Jokic's status in Denver remains untouchable and no one in the organization or the city questions his authority, a disconnect between the team and the stands has clearly begun to show.