Cam Thomas Says He Was Only Being Playful When He Said “No Homo” In Interview [Video]

Cam Thomas is apologetic after being fined for using a slur during his excited post-game interview. 

The 21-year-old has been immersed in drama following Thursday’s game between the Brooklyn Nets and Chicago Bulls. During his excitement over his eventful week, including the stunning 116-105 victory over the Bulls, Thomas made an offensive remark that the LGBTQ+ community had an issue with. When referring to Spencer Dinwiddie’s comments regarding him and Dorian Finney-Smith being the “best looking” trade package to arrive on the Nets, Thomas said, “we already had good-looking guys, no homo.” 

The comment was immediately received poorly, leaving the NBA scrambling to get ahead of the backlash. On Friday, the organization announced in a press release that Thomas was being fined $40,000 for using what has been perceived as a homophobic slur. While there were critics of Thomas’ words, fans rallied around him on social media, slamming the NBA for fining him. 

Cam Thomas getting fined $40k on a $2m salary is insane. You gotta scale down the fine for players who are making less money. The offense wasn't particularly bad, and he apologized immediately as well. This is harsh.

— Sayom! (@SayomGD) February 10, 2023

They fined Cam Thomas 40K for saying “no homo”??? What is the fine for “pause”? Lol

— Larry Legend (@larryislegend) February 10, 2023

So the NBA Fined Cam Thomas but the NFL didn’t fine Tony Romo… interesting 🧐

— FreddieFreddyFred (@FREDDIEG__) February 11, 2023

Cam Thomas used “No homo” to clarify that he is not showing attraction to the same sex— “We been had a group of good looking guys” If the shoe fits, wear it but don't fine the young brother cuz y'all are overly sensitive. Gay rights the only thing that matters ? This is hate and… https://t.co/h2oT8HL15h

— ScubaDiven (@scubadiven) February 11, 2023

Thomas wasted no time issuing an apology, though the damage was already done. 

“I was excited about the win and was being playful. I definitely didn’t intend to offend anyone, but realize that I probably did,” he wrote on Twitter. 

I want to apologize for the insensitive word I used in the post-game interview. I was excited about the win and was being playful. I definitely didn't intend to offend anyone, but realize that I probably did. My apologies again. Much love 🫶🏽❤️

— Cam Thomas (@24_camthomas) February 10, 2023

Hopefully, the smoke will clear, and Thomas can continue rising as one of the most promising young athletes.