Marcus is a 16-year-old high school student playing in a highly competitive regional basketball playoff.
During the final quarter, an opposing player, Leo, intentionally fouled Marcus from behind to stop him from scoring a crucial layup. The referee called a flagrant foul. In response, Leo aggressively shoved Marcus and shouted insults at him.
Marcus successfully made both free throws. He then turned to Leo, mockingly blew him a kiss, and taunted him. Leo lunged at Marcus, Marcus struck Leo in response, and both players were immediately ejected from the game.
Describe how hormones could account for the basketball players' aggressive behavior.
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