Jokic was assessed a technical foul for unsportsmanlike conduct, but he was not ejected from the game. He received a $25,000 fine for the incident, but was not suspended. Despite the altercation, Jokic went on to score a career-high 53 points in the game, but the Suns ultimately won the game, tying the best-of-seven series at two games each.

After the game, Jokic expressed frustration with the situation, claiming that Ishbia had put his hand on him first and that he was only trying to get the ball back to restart the game quickly. He also expressed disappointment in the league's handling of the incident, feeling that players should be better protected from fans and should not receive technical fouls for attempting to retrieve the ball in these types of situations.

Despite the incident, Jokic's performance during the game was nothing short of exceptional. His 53 points came on 20-of-30 shooting, and he also had 11 assists. The incident did not seem to slow him down, and he continued to play at an incredibly high level throughout the remainder of the series.

The Nuggets have high hopes for Jokic, who was the Most Valuable Player Award winner in 2021 and 2022, and as the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference, they are hopeful that he will lead them to the NBA Finals. Jokic's incredible skill and determination on the court have made him a fan favorite and a force to be reckoned with in the NBA. While the altercation with Ishbia was certainly a controversial moment in his career, it is likely that Jokic will continue to make headlines for his impressive play and athletic abilities for years to come.