<p>For example, at UNC, the men’s basketball team always points to the guy who passed them the ball after they score. It’s a team rule. You always point to the guy who made it possible for you to do your slam dunk, or lay-up.</p>
<p>I’ve seen a lot of male athletes “pointing” to someone (out of camera view) after a score and wondered who they were pointing to (their coach? their family in the crowd? who?). Thanks for clearing that up. It’s not just happening in basketball. I think it’s a nice touch. </p>
<p>I think it’s sad if female athletes get their noses out of joint if their coaches praise someone who has performed very well that day. How petty.</p>