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Why is punching allowed in Hockey but not in basketball?

Punching is a common form of physical contact in sports, and is allowed in some sports but not others. Hockey, for example, allows punching, while basketball does not. This is because the rules of hockey permit physical contact, while basketball does not. Hockey players use punching to show dominance, while basketball players must use skill, speed and agility to control the ball and outplay their opponents. Punching can cause serious injury in basketball and is therefore not allowed. Therefore, punching is an accepted part of hockey but is not allowed in basketball.