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Hoop Nightmares

Golden State Warrior star Latrell Sprewell was recently banned as a result of his aggressive behavior towards his coach , where he tried to choke him after an altercation during a game . As a result of the action which was taken by Sprewell , the consequences have been severe , with not only a ban from the game , but action taken by the team and sponsors which are detrimental to Sprewell 's career . There are numerous reasons for how the situation could have developed to that seen now , including a number of possible

sociological explanations . Although the aggressive behavior displayed did deserve some form of punishment , there have however been precedents set by others in the sport which suggest that a mix of aggression and talent may be required to truly get ahead both on and off the court . The treatment of Sprewell does however seem a little harsh when considering the punishment , or lack thereof , received by other players for possibly more serious offences . A number of people even consider the action which was taken against Sprewell to be racist claiming that the action reflects that the white powers within the game do not like the rise to power that young black players are currently undergoing . An analysis of the background to the Sprewell incident indicates that attitudes and techniques within basketball management may be changing to reflect the changing relationship between players and coaches

The article contends that Sprewell has been a scapegoat , but that he may be a...