Some NBA players have gained a reputation for being dirty due to their intentional fouls and aggressive play style, often leading to injuries and suspensions.
Draymond green
Green's aggressive style leads to frequent suspensions and injuries to opponents, despite being a top defender and leader. His absence due to suspension in the 2016 NBA Finals hurt the Warriors.
Bruce bowen
Despite being a 3-time NBA champion and 8-time All-Defensive team selection, Bruce Bowen's dirty tactics, like sliding his foot under opponents during jump shots, have caused injuries to players.
Dennis Rodman
As a member of the Pistons' "Bad Boys" team, Dennis Rodman was the best rebounder, using aggressive techniques like elbows and fists. He also tried to intimidate opponents.
Bill Laimbeer
Despite being a skilled defender, rebounder, and scorer, Bill Laimbeer was notorious for rough fouls, starting fights (even with his teammates), and doing the "dirty work".
Charles Oakley
Charles Oakley was a tough, aggressive player who made over 4000 fouls during his 19-year career and famously slapped Charles Barkley.