Originally Posted by VRGNCD5
there's nothing complex about the commissioner wanting to clean up the image of the league by enforcing a dress code that is very clearly aimed at eliminating the some of the "blackness" from it. If the image of the league were dictated only by how the players dress, then it would be a great idea, but that's not the case.
If you're going to use that argument, the why should people dress up to go to work? Why does McD's require their workers to wear McD's clothing? Why do police officers, fire fighters, EMT, military personnel wear uniforms whenever they are out representing their organizations? Looking professional by and large translates to acting professional, and many companies and organizations realize that. I fail to see why basketball is any different. Sure, there may be several players that will still act like the asses they are, and this happens in all organizations as well, but the overall effect will sharpen the NBA's image.