The Denver Nuggets mascot, Rocky, collapsed during a home game last night. The incident occurred during a timeout in the third quarter as Rocky was entertaining the crowd with his usual antics. Suddenly, he stumbled and fell to the floor, causing immediate concern among the players, coaches, and fans. Medical personnel rushed to his side and quickly determined that Rocky had fainted. It is still unclear what caused the mascot to collapse, but initial reports suggest that it may have been due to heat exhaustion. The game was temporarily halted as Rocky was stretchered off the court and taken to a nearby hospital for further evaluation.
Although Anya continued to work, there were reports that she was ready to quit acting in 2019 after the release of M. Night Shyamalan’s Glass. When asked about the situation she said “it took me a second to realize that the people around me weren’t working the way that I was working. I thought everybody finished a job, got on a plane, and started the next job.” She explained, “these are pivotal years in my development as a person, and I had put all of my energy into fleshing out other people, and I suddenly got to a point where I had no idea who I was, trying to hold on to relationships, and trying to build a home without having any kind of root or tether because I hadn’t figured out that I had to be that for myself.”
She explained, these are pivotal years in my development as a person, and I had put all of my energy into fleshing out other people, and I suddenly got to a point where I had no idea who I was, trying to hold on to relationships, and trying to build a home without having any kind of root or tether because I hadn t figured out that I had to be that for myself. That camera was all up in my grill and I was completely oblivious to it because Thomasin is such an interesting maverick on the inside that I spent a majority of the time filming the movie just lost in her world.
The game was temporarily halted as Rocky was stretchered off the court and taken to a nearby hospital for further evaluation. The crowd anxiously awaited updates on his condition, with many expressing their support and wishing him a speedy recovery. The Denver Nuggets organization released a statement thanking the fans for their concern and promising to provide updates on Rocky's condition as soon as they become available.
Q&A: Anya Taylor-Joy
Director Robert Eggers’ The Witch isn’t your typical horror movie. Sure, the threat of the titular character looms over the film—set in 1630s New England—but while the carefully crafted film delivers its share of scares, it still feels more like a period piece than a slasher flick. Front and center in the film is Anya Taylor-Joy’s Thomasin, a teenager whose family weathers a storm of what might be bad luck or might be something more sinister. Here, the actress explains what drew her to the role and why what was most difficult about the film isn’t what you might think.
There’s something very witchy going on in the zeitgeist these days. There was that Stacy Schiff book about Salem and now this film. What do you think makes it such an appealing topic?
There is definitely something mystical out there that none of us could have predicted—and we are very lucky for it. You know, if I were to offer a hesitant guess, I would think that women’s rights are finally at the forefront of a lot of things—people are talking and thinking about that—and this is a part of history that women, innocent women, were being brutally murdered. I think that no one really thought about that for a while, a lot of people forget that it happened, and I’m so glad that The Witch can bring the reality of it back. The truth is the movie is so historically accurate and I bet you a lot of people will go see it and be like, oh it’s a made up story. But, no, this is what a witch was. It’s a very scary thing and if you werea woman being accused of it, that was a death sentence.
Was the political nature of the movie on your mind when you first signed on?
The way that I prepare for auditions is that I read the script the night before and then again a few minutes before I go. I read The Witch very late at night on my own in my bedroom, and when I turned the final page I swear to god my body collapsed. I didn’t understand it. There was something so powerful about what I was experiencing, and it felt like someone was choking me with anxiety and fear. I didn’t even realize this was something that frightened me. This is the feeling that I will continue to chase for every script that I ever read from now on.
Once you actually started making the movie, what was life like on the set?
Rob [Eggers, the director] was very smart in how he cast the film; he did something amazing for all of us in that he delivered all of our best friends. We were so close and so in love with each other, but the shooting of the film was difficult. The actual hanging out with people and interactions and vibes on set was very light and very fun, but as far as the actual reality of shooting the movie—we willed this thing into existence. I’m talking animals, children, the dogs, all sinking into the muddy ground; no WiFi, no cell service. Spring just started to come, so we had to pick up all the buds off of the trees and the sun was out all the damn time. So, we worked really, really hard to make this.
Did being in a film like this spark your own interest in witchcraft?
I have always been a history buff, and I have always been really into magic. When I was a kid, I would run off into the woods so happily looking for witches and things like that because I wanted to play with them. So, from a history buff’s point of view, this was right up my street. A lot of people look at this movie and still don’t really get that this happened, while I was like, Oh, these things must be real and this is the way it was.
Was any part of making the movie scary for you?
I was so wrapped up in Thomasin and her struggle, so not really. When I saw the movie for the first time, I was so struck by the number of close ups there were. I was like, Wow, how did you get that close to my face. That camera was all up in my grill and I was completely oblivious to it because Thomasin is such an interesting maverick on the inside that I spent a majority of the time filming the movie just lost in her world.
Is there something that could have frightened you?
I’m so sorry. You probably want something really deep and intense, but if I’m going to be really honest, I have an unhealthy fears of baboons. They really, really panic me. I don’t even know why. I love animals. I’m the biggest animal lover in the world. Baboons and I are just not supposed to be in the same room. Ever.
The way that I prepare for auditions is that I read the script the night before and then again a few minutes before I go. I read The Witch very late at night on my own in my bedroom, and when I turned the final page I swear to god my body collapsed. I didn’t understand it. There was something so powerful about what I was experiencing, and it felt like someone was choking me with anxiety and fear. I didn’t even realize this was something that frightened me. This is the feeling that I will continue to chase for every script that I ever read from now on.
This incident serves as a reminder of the physical demands placed on mascots and the importance of their health and wellbeing. Rocky has been a beloved symbol of the Denver Nuggets for many years and his absence will surely be felt by fans and players alike..
Reviews for "Denver Nuggets Mascot Collapse: Lessons Learned for Other Sports Teams"
1. Heather - 2/5 stars: I was really disappointed in the Denver Nuggets mascot collapse incident. It was not only embarrassing, but also potentially dangerous for the performer inside the costume. The organizers should have taken better precautions to ensure the safety of their entertainment team. Overall, it was a letdown and I hope they learn from this mistake.
2. Mark - 1/5 stars: I can't believe how poorly organized the Denver Nuggets mascot collapse was. The fact that they didn't have proper medical staff on standby is incredibly irresponsible. It's as if they didn't prioritize the safety and well-being of their performers. As a fan, it left a sour taste in my mouth and I'm not sure if I'll be attending any more games if they can't handle basic precautions.
3. Sarah - 2/5 stars: The Denver Nuggets mascot collapse was a disaster. It was poorly executed and made me question the overall professionalism of the team. They should have had better protocols in place to prevent such an incident from happening. It definitely affected my enjoyment of the game and I hope they make significant improvements in the future.
4. Mike - 3/5 stars: While the Denver Nuggets mascot collapse was unfortunate, I think people are blowing it out of proportion. Yes, it was a mistake, but accidents happen. I still had a decent time at the game and it didn't ruin my overall experience. That being said, I hope they take this as a learning opportunity and improve their safety measures to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.