THE STORY
On December 1, 1997, during a Golden State Warriors practice in Oakland, California, guard Latrell Sprewell attacked head coach P.J. Carlesimo. After Carlesimo instructed him to "put a little mustard" on a pass, Sprewell responded by choking the coach for 7 to 10 seconds. Sprewell was suspended for the remainder of the 1997–98 NBA season without pay. (history.com)
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
Latrell Sprewell, P.J. Carlesimo
WHY IT MATTERS
This incident remains one of the most notorious in NBA history, highlighting the importance of maintaining professionalism and composure within the sport.