The NBA = Prude

“We call this a ‘Brokeback Mountain’ game, because there’s so much penetration and kick-outs.”

This was the statement from Los Angeles Lakers coach Phil Jackson that drew unnecessary ire from NBA Commissioner David Stern. In today’s post-Isiah world, the league has become prudish.

But what exactly was offensive about Jackson’s comment? That he pointed out there is penetration in gay sex? There is also penetration in straight sex (if you’re doing it right). Perhaps Stern needs a refresher course.

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