Jalen Williams injury: Why the Thunder forward's absence just cost him millions

The absurd injury rule that cost Jalen Williams $47 million

The forward has already missed 18 games this season, so he will not be able to play the 65 games required to qualify for individual awards and 'All NBA' sel

Jalen Williams injury: Why the Thunder forward's absence just cost him millions

Williams is about to lose a whole lot of money for an exceedingly stupid reason

Jalen Williams No Longer Eligible for Extension Bump

Jalen Williams recently missed his 18th game of the season, which has significant implications for his contract and postseason accolades. As a result, he is no longer eligible for a max extension bump, and he is also ineligible for regular season awards. According to NBA rules, a player must appear in at least 65 games to qualify for individual honors, including All-NBA Team selections. Had Williams made an All-NBA team this season, his contract…

Jalen Williams To Have Jersey Retired On December 3rd - Santa Clara University

SANTA CLARA, Calif. – Santa Clara men's basketball alum Jalen Williams will be honored among the top players in the program's history on December 3rd when Santa Clara Athletics officially retires his No. 24 jersey to the rafters of the Leavey Center. Williams and his friends and family will attend the ceremony, which is set to take place at halftime of the Broncos' contest against Utah Tech.

NBA Notes: Thunder, Jalen Williams, Lakers, Deandre Ayton, Grizzlies

File photo Thunder The Thunder just keep rolling. Even without Jalen Williams, OKC crushed Portland on Sunday and moved to an outrageous 17-1. But Williams’ early-season absence comes with a financial twist. As Alex Schiffer of Front Office Sports noted, Williams has now missed all 18 games. With only 64 left on the schedule, he can no longer reach the new 65-game threshold needed for postseason awards. That removes any chance of hitting the esc…