I heard about this, and I definately agree with the suspension that Artest got. True, fans aren't supposed to throw things at the athletes but at the same time, the athletes themselves are supposed to remain in control at all times, no matter what happens. I remember awhile back during a hockey game, I can't remember who was playing but I think it was the Leafs/Oilers in Edmonton, some fan who was sitting behind the Leafs bench poured beer on the coach's head, which resulted in Domi attempting to go over the glass and after the fan. In both cases, the fan caused it, but the players should have remained in control. The hockey situation wasn't quite as bad as the NBA one, but it shows that this stuff has been happening for awhile, and it happens in all sports. I think something similar to the Leafs/Oilers incident happened during a Flames/Oilers game also.

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