[ArrogantBustard]

Also, it looks like stars get more slack than the average player.

Yes, it does ... and it's as corrosive to honor and decency in sports as it is in the 'real' world.

[morphing libertarian]

I think it peaked somewhat with Michael Jordan, but when I see Kobe force his way through a defender to push off and get a shot and/or call, I know it’s still alive. Easy to spot in the NBA.