Nicknames
Known for "cooking" his opponents with his incredible three point shooting and handles, this GSW legend has never left the Bay, winning 4 championships and a unanimous MVP.
Who is The Chef/Chef Curry?
The 2024 Finals MVP and one of the current key stars for the Boston Celtics. Last name is a colour.
Who is Jalen Brown?
A misdirection dribble where the ball handler looks one way but passes or dribbles another, often used by Magic Johnson.
What is a No Look (pass/dribble)?
This player was traded from the Hornets to the Lakers on draft night in 1996 for Vlade Divac.
Who is Kobe Bryant?
This chasedown block by LeBron in Game 7 of the 2016 Finals is simply known by this nickname.
What is The Block?
90's center with rings and an MVP under his belt, was drafted from the Navy
Who is the Admiral
The Dallas-drafted guard currently plays in the Big Apple, leading the Knicks to the Eastern Finals last year.
Who is Jalen Brunson?
A post move where a player fakes middle, spins baseline, and finishes—famously used by Michael Jordan and Kobe.
What is an Up and Under?
The Thunder traded James Harden to this team in 2012, forming a contender around Harden and Dwight Howard.
Who are the Houston Rockets?
Ray Allen hit a corner three in Game 6 of the 2013 Finals to send the game to this extra period.
What is Overtime?
Nigerian center and multiple time DPOY, with the most blocks ever, winning 2 rings in the 90's for Houston.
Who is The Dream?
NIcknamed J-Dub, the 6'8 forward plays for the Thunder, and got postered in Game 6 of the 2025 Finals by Siakam.
Who is Jalen Williams?
Harden is known for this fast shot creating space behind the arc. Often thought of as a travel.
What is the Step Back (Three)?
Kawhi Leonard was traded to the Raptors in 2018 in exchange for this longtime franchise star.
Who is Demar DeRozan?
Kawhi Leonard’s 2019 buzzer-beater against Philadelphia bounced this many times on the rim before going in.
What is Four?
A legendary PF, known for his dominant drives to the rim and two-way presence. Hails from Athens, along with his brothers
Who is The Greek Freak
A 6'10 center for the motor city, famous for elite aerial prescence and defence, helping Cunnigham in leading the Pistons to the 1st seed
Who is Jalen Duren
An arching of the arm behind the body, over the defender and into the basket. Elite touch required, most well executed by Kareem
What is the Sky Hook?
The Celtics acquired Kevin Garnett in 2007 from this team, helping form the Big Three.
Who are the Minnesota Timberwolves
In the 2021 playoffs, Kevin Durant forced OT against Milwaukee with a shot that was ruled a two because his foot was on this line.
What is the Three-Point Line?
A 6'7 sharpshooter, famous for his legendary performance with the Boston Celtics in the 80's. Came from a small town in Indiana
Who is The Hick From French Lick?
The 6'9 forward is the backbone of Atlanta, serving up triple-doubles nearly every night
Who is Jalen Johnson?
Hakeem’s iconic post move featuring fakes and pivots.
What is The Dream Shake?
The Bucks acquired Jrue Holiday in a 2020 trade with this team, a move that helped them win the 2021 title.
Who are the New Orleans Pelicans?
In Game 6 of the 1998 Finals, Michael Jordan’s last shot as a Bull came after stealing the ball from this Jazz player.
Who is Karl Malone?