Copping a fine and stern word from FIBA hasn't silenced Andrew Bogut, who believes his former NBA colleagues are reluctant to speak out about China because they don't want to lose money.

The Sydney Kings star is lighter in the pocket himself after accepting a fine of about $A12,000 and official warning for his behaviour and expletive-laden spray during and after Australia's World Cup semi-final loss in China last month.

Andrew Bogut has been fined and reprimanded but not silenced. Credit:Getty Images

Bogut mimicked the money sign with his fingers towards the referees when a call went against him and launched a tirade towards Swiss-based governing body FIBA as he left the arena after the loss to Spain.

On Wednesday, Bogut's Twitter profile picture was of him making that gesture towards the referees, while he responded cheekily to the fine by tweeting: "Anyone know the Aus $$ to Swiss Francs currency conversion rate? Asking for a friend....."