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NBA Fines Jalen Williams $25K for Profane Shirt After Thunder’s Playoff Victory

The Oklahoma City star’s attire during a postgame press conference draws one of the league’s steepest dress code penalties as the team advances to the Western Conference Finals.

Overview

  • Jalen Williams was fined $25,000 by the NBA for wearing a T-shirt with profane language during a May 19 postgame press conference.
  • The shirt, featuring the phrase 'F— Art, Let’s Dance,' violated the league's dress code prohibiting profanity in official media appearances.
  • This fine marks the largest of Williams’ career and is among the highest ever issued for an attire-related infraction in the NBA.
  • Williams delivered a standout performance in Game 7 against the Denver Nuggets, scoring 24 points and helping secure the Thunder’s spot in the Western Conference Finals.
  • Despite the fine, Williams remains a key player for Oklahoma City as they prepare to face the Minnesota Timberwolves starting May 21.