Rules of the Game
How many players are on the court for one team?
5
Who is known as “King ____”?
LeBron James
What shape is the backboard?
Rectangle
How many points is a shot made behind the arc?
3
Which country did basketball originate in?
USA
How many points is a free throw worth?
1
Who is the all-time NBA scoring leader?
LeBron James
What’s the height of a regulation basketball hoop?
10 feet
What’s it called when you miss a shot and get the ball back?
offensive rebound
What was used as the first basketball hoop?
peach basket
What’s the violation called when you take steps without dribbling?
Traveling
Who has won 6 NBA Titles with the same team?
Michael Jordan
What do you call a shot that misses both the rim and the backboard?
Air Ball
How many fouls does a player have to commit before they are disqualified from the game?
6 fouls
What does NBA stand for?
National Basketball Association
How many seconds can an offensive player stay in the key?
3 seconds
Who is known for the “Sky Hook” shot?
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
How many panels are on a standard basketball?
8
How long is the shot clock in college basketball?
30 seconds
Which player in the NBA holds the record for most career assists?
John Stockton
What’s it called when a player dribbles with both hands at the same time?
Double Dribble
Which player is known for his 3-point shooting with the Golden State Warriors?
Stephen Curry
What is the small area near the basket called where most layups and dunks happen?
The Paint
What defensive strategy involves marking a player that you stay with for the rest of the game?
Man to Man defense
How many teams are in the NBA?
30