The contempt with which he treats the powerless. He wants them to feel weak and disrespected
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PwuckTkE7T4
When compared to how Avon Barksdale tells this referee to stand up for himself. And Proposition Joe reassures him there will be no beef over no ball.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qT0nX6I6iA
Avon respects when people stand up for themselves, Prop Joe couldn’t care less, Marlo wants to diminish and dominate.