While I don't blame all of this on Artest, because the fans deserve a good share of the credit for this mess, he's had a history of problems with his temper, including multiple suspensions. He may be the nicest guy in the world off the court, but that doesn't change the fact he went WAY over the line Friday night. And for that, I blame the NBA for illicitly supporting this bad boy culture throughout the league.
I agree. The active promotion of thug culture has spoiled pro basketball, and it is also seeping into pro football. It is something the NBA should be forced to confront and correct.