Nikola Jokic’s brothers challenged Marcus Morris on Twitter
The brothers of Denver Nuggets player Nikola Jokic and Miami Heat player Markieff Morris took the fight to Twitter and challenged one another publicly.
“Brotherly love” often denotes the kind, loyal camaraderie between two siblings.
In the Jokic Brothers’ case, brotherly love is about sticking up for your brother’s reputation and bringing the fight to whoever insults him.
That’s why the Jokic Brothers Twitter account told Markieff Morris’ brother, Marcus Morris, that they would “be waiting” for him if he dares tread further.
Just got a text from Jokic’s brother. This is their real account responding to Marcus Morris’s tweet last night. https://t.co/ON4AH3JxwN
— Mike Singer (@msinger) November 9, 2021
Jokic Brothers tell Markieff Morris’ brother Marcus: “We will be waiting for you!”
The controversy started during the Nov. 8 game between the Denver Nuggets and the Miami Heat. Jokic dribbled down court and was attempting a pass when Markieff Morris ran up and shoved his elbow into his ribs as he threw the ball.
Jokic responded, checking an unsuspecting Morris in the back while his back was turned. Jokic was ejected from the game as Morris lay on the court for several minutes, clutching his shoulder in pain.
HOLY SHIT JOKIC pic.twitter.com/WFsAGCT8xk
— Rob Perez (@WorldWideWob) November 9, 2021
Feeling protective of his brother, Markieff’s brother Marcus commented on the situation on Twitter.
Waited till bro turned his back smh. NOTED ✍🏾
— Marcus Morris (@MookMorris2) November 9, 2021
The Jokic brothers then made their own Twitter account, and Nuggets reporter Mike Singer was able to verify the authenticity of the account.
The blows didn’t stop here though: Morris challenged the brothers after their initial response, saying that “they had the right ones.”
The best part? This tweet came after Morris’ mother told him to stay off of Twitter and above the drama.
Momma said don’t talk on social media no more! Well There you have it. I love you momma.
— Marcus Morris (@MookMorris2) November 9, 2021
Looks like the Jokic-Morris fight bubbled over to include their brothers, which has the NBA world spinning with where this extended family fight will go next.
Jokic brother waiting for Markieff Morris at the Heat team bus pic.twitter.com/3na4lH7XPn
— Josiah Johnson (@KingJosiah54) November 9, 2021
Jokic brothers tryna figure out how to add an avi to their twitter account pic.twitter.com/07bzCM56MC
— Josiah Johnson (@KingJosiah54) November 9, 2021
Power Ranking the @JokicBrothers Tweet
— Tom Haberstroh (@tomhaberstroh) November 9, 2021
1) They launched the account last night
2) They only follow one person: Jamal Murray
3) They signed it with "Jokic Brothers"
4) They sent the same reply message two different ways, 3 minutes apart, to make EXTRA sure the Morris twins got it pic.twitter.com/EbUty72j2V
This isn’t the first time the Jokic clan has fought to fight their brother’s battles. During a June 15 game against the Phoenix Suns, the Jokic brothers were seen yelling at the court as brother Nikola was involved in a scuffle with Devin Booker.
https://twitter.com/LeBatardShow/status/1404859567780110345?s=20
“Why be afraid? I am playing a game of basketball?” Nikola Jokic told the newspaper when asked if he feared anyone in the league. “I am scared of only one person in my life. That’s my brother. Have you seen him?”
— AlisonSøns (@alisondenae) November 9, 2021
Although Nikola finds his brother terrifying, the Morris Twins from Philly are ready to take anyone on.
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