This story from the Idaho Statesman makes me wonder.
Among the notable quotes:
"It's such a treat for me when somebody that is coming here on assignment really wants to be here," Coach Gates said.

"I can't just come down here from the NBA and be all selfish and think I'm the man," he said. "I'm not that kind of guy. ... I want the guys to play how they play. I want them to keep doing what they're doing and I'll just try to fit myself into the team."

Hmm... Really?