Nuggets' jokic, timberwolves' randle fined for postgame altercation

NBA stars Nikola Jokic and Julius Randle have been hit with hefty fines for their roles in an on-court brawl following Game 4 of their playoff series.

Denver's jokic, minnesota's randle slapped with fines after postgame scuffle

According to an NBA statement, Jokic was fined $50,000 and Randle $35,000 for their involvement in the altercation near the end of the contest. Both players will be eligible to suit up when the series resumes Monday with Game 5 in Denver.

The incident appeared to stem from an uncontested layup by Minnesota's Jaden McDaniels with 2.1 seconds remaining and the Timberwolves holding a 14-point lead. Jokic took exception to the play, sparking a confrontation and eventual shoving match with McDaniels, which league officials deemed he