Athletes That Caused Rule Changes In Their Sport

Published on 11/04/2019
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Allen Iverson

The NBA spent years trying tp uphold a squeaky clean image until Allen Iverson came along and ruined that completely. We remember him for many great things, like being the shortest MVP ever. But what he is really known for is how he changed the NBA culture. With his cornrows, tattoos, and jewelry, he became a style icon for other players to imitate. However, the NBA wasn’t too fond of this and started a dress code in 2005 that said all players needed to dress in business casual before and after all games.

Allen Iverson

Allen Iverson

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Reggie Miller

Miller is by far the greatest player in Pacers’ history and is known for his trademark – kicking his legs out when he shot his deadly jump shots. Although this rule was instated after Miller was retired, it was still inspired by him. It stated that players who blatantly kicked out their legs to injure another player while taking a jump shot would be given an immediate foul and called for an offensive violation.

Reggie Miller

Reggie Miller

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