Sexual Harassment Case Against Isiah Thomas Opens.

BROWNE Sanders, Anucha; THOMAS, Isiah, 1961-; SEXUAL harassment; NEW York Knickerbockers (Basketball team); GENDER role in the work environment; COACHES (Athletics); AFRICAN American women; CRIMES against African Americans; PSYCHOLOGY

The article focuses on a sexual harassment suit brought against Isaiah Thomas, a former National Basketball Association player and the head coach of the New York Knicks. The author reports that Anucha Browne Sanders, a former senior vice president for the Knicks, has filed a $10 million lawsuit against Thomas, claiming he subjected her to demeaning and repulsive behavior, as well as making unwanted sexual advances. Browne Sanders was released from her job in 2006.