Famous NBA Basketball Players
Who plays for the Golden State Warriors in the NBA as a guard, wearing jersey number 30?
Stephen Curry
What country won the gold medal in basketball at the last Olympics?
The United States
Which basketball skill is used for an individual to advance the ball down the court?
Dribbling
How many teams are in the NBA?
30 teams
How many people are on the court at a time for a team in the game of basketball?
5
Who led the Chicago Bulls to six NBA championships in the 1990s?
Michael Jordan
When did basketball join the Olympics?
1936
What rule is broken when a player dribbles, picks up the ball, and then dribbles again?
Double Dribble
Which NBA team has a bridge as part of their logo?
Golden State Warriors
How many seconds does a team have to get the ball across half court to their side of play?
10 seconds
Who is the NBA's all-time leading scorer?
LeBron James
What was the first basketball hoop made of?
Peach Basket
What is the move where a player holding the ball keeps one foot firmly planted on the ground while stepping in any direction with the other foot to change direction, avoid defenders, or create space?
Pivoting
Which NBA team holds the record for the most championships won?
Boston Celtics
How high is the basketball rim from the ground?
10 feet
Who won five NBA titles with the Los Angeles Lakers?
Kobe Bryant
Who invented basketball in 1891?
James Naismith
What is it called when you place the ball in your hands so that you could shoot, dribble or pass easily?
Triple threat
What NBA team is not located in the United States?
Toronto Raptors
How many seconds can an offensive player stand inside the lane if the ball has not hit the rim?
3 seconds
Which NBA player is known as the “Greek Freak”?
Giannis Antetokounmpo
In which state was basketball invented?
Massachusetts
What is the term for free throws that are shot when the opposing team has reached 7 fouls?
Bonus Freethrows
The LA Lakers originally played in a state known for its 10,000 lakes. Which state would that be?
Minnesota
How many points would a team have if they score 3 regular baskets, 2 behind the arc, and 4 free throws?
16 points