(This is open only to intelligent discussions/explanations, and NOT for racially insensitive comments.)
Statistically, the US is comprised of 73.9% White citizens. The NBA is located in the US and is composed mostly of US citizens. However, we notice that the percentage of White Americans in the NBA is only 6%, compared to 75% African Americans & 19% foreigners.
Why this obvious and very noticeable discrepancy - 73.9% of White Americans comprise only 6% of the NBA?
Perhaps we should traces the levels basketball skill development. There proportion of White children that play at an early age seems representative of the US population. The proportion of Whites playing in high school seems representative also. However, in college the proportions seems to disfavor Whites and begin favoring African Americans. Beyond college the proportion heavily disfavors White Americans, where African Americans and foreigners are disproportionately greater compared to the US population.
Why is this?
2007-12-10
22:35:29
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Mike Ockertz
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Other - Cultures & Groups