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Los Angeles Lakers Player Responds to NBA Fine With Defiant Message

Lakers forward Ziaire Williams responded to his $2,000 NBA fine with a candid message about what he's willing to do to win.

By Erik C. Anderson · Heavy

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 6:58 PM

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Ziaire Williams stated he would flop again to secure a win after receiving an NBA fine.
The NBA fined Williams $2,000 for flopping during the Los Angeles Lakers' 132-123 win over Utah.
The incident occurred in the fourth quarter following contact with Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George.

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Los Angeles Lakers forward Ziaire Williams responded defiantly after receiving a $2,000 fine from the NBA for flopping during Sunday's 132-123 win against the Utah Jazz. Speaking at a Tuesday shootaround, Williams confirmed he would pay the fine but stated he would flop again if necessary to secure a victory for his team.

The penalty stemmed from a fourth-quarter play involving Jazz guard Keyonte George that drew an offensive foul. The NBA has prioritized eliminating flopping during the 2026-27 season through in-game technical fouls and postgame fines.

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