In the aftermath of Draymond Green’s reinstatement post-suspension, SportingPost.com delves into this season’s fines and suspensions, revealing intriguing trends.
Point guards claim the spotlight as the most fined position for the fourth consecutive NBA season, amassing a staggering $7,408,324 this year alone, marking an 84% increase from the previous season.
Ja Morant and Devonte’ Graham’s off-court incidents significantly contribute to the Point Guards’ total fines, raising questions about the conduct of these playmakers.
In a detailed breakdown, power forwards, led by Draymond Green’s outburst, accrued over $2.8 million in fines this season, showcasing the league’s struggle with maintaining on-court decorum.
| Position | 2023-24 | 2022-23 | 2021-22 | 2020-21 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PG | $7,408,324.00 | $4,027,227.12 | $31,933,458.34 | $2,733,618.00 |
| PF | $2,832,997.00 | $1,058,753.00 | $1,107,590.00 | $794,226.00 |
| SF | $1,611,236.00 | $859,451.00 | $1,034,247.00 | $519,695.00 |
| SG | $419,000.00 | $1,031,004.00 | $602,969.00 | $2,155,033.00 |
| C | $206,000.00 | $1,138,757.00 | $1,119,871.00 | $658,157.00 |
Top player fines this season see Ja Morant atop the list with $7,084,427, emphasizing the spotlight on individual player conduct in the league.
| Player | Team | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ja Morant | MEM | $7,084,427 |
| Draymond Green | GSW | $2,636,997 |
| Miles Bridges | CHA | $1,440,236 |
| Devonte’ Graham | SAS | $166,897 |
| James Harden | PHI | $100,000 |
| Anthony Edwards | MIN | $60,000 |
| Dillon Brooks | HOU | $53,000 |
| Joel Embiid | PHI | $45,000 |
| Paul George | LAC | $39,000 |
| Klay Thompson | GSW | $31,000 |
The Memphis Grizzlies lead the team fines with $7,135,427, with Ja Morant’s suspension and injury contributing to their financial woes.
The Golden State Warriors follow closely behind as the second most fined team, shedding light on the financial implications of on-court behavior.
| Team | Fines |
|---|---|
| MEM | $7,135,427 |
| GSW | $2,689,997 |
| CHA | $1,454,236 |
| SAS | $180,897 |
| PHI | $171,000 |
| MIN | $128,000 |
| HOU | $100,000 |
| LAC | $61,000 |
| MIL | $54,000 |
| PHX | $48,000 |
The total fines across all teams reach a staggering $12,529,557, underscoring the league’s efforts to curb unsportsmanlike conduct.
| Team | Fines |
|---|---|
| MEM | $7,135,427.00 |
| GSW | $2,689,997.00 |
| CHA | $1,454,236.00 |
| SAS | $180,897.00 |
| PHI | $171,000.00 |
| MIN | $128,000.00 |
| HOU | $100,000.00 |
| LAC | $61,000.00 |
| MIL | $54,000.00 |
| PHX | $48,000.00 |
| DEN | $42,000.00 |
| CLE | $41,000.00 |
| BOS | $35,000.00 |
| DAL | $35,000.00 |
| ORL | $34,000.00 |
| ATL | $32,000.00 |
| SAC | $32,000.00 |
| LAL | $30,000.00 |
| DET | $30,000.00 |
| NYK | $28,000.00 |
| BKN | $26,000.00 |
| IND | $22,000.00 |
| WAS | $22,000.00 |
| CHI | $20,000.00 |
| NOP | $20,000.00 |
| UTA | $20,000.00 |
| MIA | $12,000.00 |
| POR | $12,000.00 |
| TOR | $10,000.00 |
| OKC | $4,000.00 |
| Total | $12,529,557.00 |
As the NBA grapples with maintaining a balance between competitiveness and player behavior, fines and suspensions continue to shape the narrative of the current season.
Source: spotrac
