Most Fined Team of the 2023/24 NBA Season

As the NBA season wrapped up, our team at VegasInsider has analyzed fine data over the course of the 2023-2024 season to unveil which teams, players and positions have accrued the most fines. 

To do this, we scraped NBA fine data from Spotrac, as well as analyzing fine data from the last ten years. 

Key Takeaways:

• The Memphis Grizzlies were fined $7,161,427 this season - almost $5 million more than the next team.
• The Golden State Warriors came in as the second most fined team - $2,738,997.
• Memphis, Golden State and the Charlotte Hornets are the only teams to be fined over a million this season. 
• Ja Morant was the most fined player of the season: $7,084,427. This was 99% of the Grizzlies’ total fine amount.
• Point guards are the most fined position of this season: $7,900,99. This is the fourth year in a row that PGs are the most fined position
• The Brooklyn Nets are the most fined team of the last ten years: $19,068,260. Closely followed by the 76ers - paying out $18,871,176.
• Kyrie Irving and Ben Simmons are the only players to pay over $10 million in fines over the last decade. 

The Memphis Grizzlies are the Most Fined Team

The Memphis Grizzlies emerged as the most fined team in the 2023/24 NBA season. The Grizzlies faced substantial fines, leading the league in financial penalties for various infractions.

The season saw the team grappling with multiple issues, resulting in significant fines that highlight disciplinary challenges within the organization. Particularly, the impact of Ja Morant’s lengthy suspension skyrocketed the total fine amount up. 

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Total Fines - 2023/24

Ja Morant Leads the NBA in Fines

The spotlight shines on Ja Morant as the most fined player of the 2023/24 NBA season. Known for his electrifying and impressive performances on the court, Morant unfortunately found himself at the center of some incidents that have resulted in hefty fines. His actions have not only impacted his wallet but have also drawn attention to the broader disciplinary landscape of the NBA.

On his heels last season was Draymond Green, who picked up a hefty $1.8 million fine for hitting Suns center Jusuf Nurkic. Green was fined a total of $2,661,997 in the season, making up 97% of the total fines paid by Golden State players. 

Most Fined Players 2023/24

Point Guards Paid Out $7,900,990 This Season in Fines

NBA Point guards topped the list as the most fined position in the 2023/24 season. Even though Ja Morant was the vast majority of these fines, this trend may suggest that point guards are one of the most fined positions in all of sports.

The Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers Are The Most Fined NBA Teams of the Last Decade

When we look at the data over the last ten years it tells a different story.

Brooklyn Nets players have been fined a grand total of $19,068,260 over the last decade. $17,575,271 of this fine amount is stemming from Kyrie Irving - dazzling with his handles on the court, whilst being outspoken off the court as well. 

The 76ers have also incurred hefty penalties in the last decade - to the tune of $18,871,176! 

These are the only two teams in the last year to be fined over $10 million. 

Total Fines Per Team - 2014-2024

Point Guards Have Been Fined $53 million Over The Last 10 Years

Point guards also lead the list as the most fined position over the last ten years. This consistency over a decade indicates that the role, which is central to the team's strategy and execution, is prone to incidents that attract fines. The responsibilities and pressures associated with being the floor general may often lead to situations that result in penalties.

Point guards have collectively been fined $53,493,654 - almost 50% of the total amount that has paid out in fines: $108,932,628.

Kyrie Irving Is The Most Fined Player of the Last 10 Years 

Kyrie Irving stands out as the most fined player of the last decade - paying out $17,651,271. Irving's career, filled with brilliant performances and controversial moments, has seen him incur significant fines. His journey highlights the fine line players walk between expressing individuality and adhering to the league's conduct expectations.

The league’s best ball handler is very closely followed by the infamous Ben Simmons, who also paid out over $17 million in fines. They are only two players in the last ten years to pay over 10 million in fines. 

Methodology

Our team here at VegasInsider scraped NBA fine data from Spotrac, grouping by team, player and fine type. We sorted through ten years of fine data to calculate the above report. 

You can find the sorted data here.