- NBA fined Jalen Williams $25,000 for wearing a shirt with offensive language after Game 7 win
- Despite the controversy, Williams has averaged 19.6 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 5.7 assists in the playoffs
- Thunder host Timberwolves tonight in Game 1 of their first West Finals since 2016
Key Takeaways:
The National Basketball Association fined Oklahoma City Thunder star Jalen Williams $25,000 for wearing clothing with inappropriate language during his postgame press conference following the team’s Game 7 victory over the Denver Nuggets.
The NBA fines Jalen Williams $25,000 for wearing clothing with profane language in his postgame media availability. pic.twitter.com/peUfBSX88t
— League Alerts (@LeagueAlerts) May 19, 2025
Williams appeared wearing a T-shirt with the message “F–k art, let’s dance” written in red across the front. Although the 24-year-old did not use profanity while speaking to reporters, the league took action due to the visible language on his attire.
Williams has played a crucial role in the Thunder’s postseason campaign, helping the team reach the Western Conference Finals for the first time since 2016. Through 11 playoff games, he is averaging 19.6 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 5.7 assists per game. Only Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, averaging 29.0 points, has contributed more offensively for Oklahoma City.
In the decisive Game 7 win over Denver, Williams delivered 24 points, 5 rebounds, and 7 assists in a dominant 125:93 victory. Tonight, Oklahoma City Thunder host the Minnesota Timberwolves at Paycom Center in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals.