Vocab
Famous players
Game Rules
Basketball History
Fun Facts
100

What does “dribble” mean in basketball?

To bounce the ball while moving.

100

Name one famous basketball player.

Michael Jordan / LeBron James / Steph Curry / Kobe Bryant (any correct).

100

How many players are on a basketball team?

5 players on the court per team.

100

Who invented basketball?

Dr. James Naismith.

100

What shape is a basketball?

Round / A sphere.

200

What is a “layup”?

A close-up shot made while running toward the basket.

200

Who is Michael Jordan? Which team did he play for?

One of the greatest players ever; played for the Chicago Bulls.

200

How many points is a 3-point shot worth?

3

200

Where was basketball first played?

In a gym in Springfield, Massachusetts.

200

How tall is a basketball hoop?

10 feet tall.

300

What does “court” mean in basketball?

The area or floor where basketball is played.

300

What team did Kobe Bryant play for?

Los Angeles Lakers.

300

What does a referee do?

Watches the game and makes sure players follow the rules.

300

What year was the NBA founded?

1946.

300

What is March Madness?

A big college basketball tournament every March.

400

What does “rebound” mean?

Catching the ball after a missed shot.

400

Who is LeBron James?

A current NBA star; played for the Cavaliers, Heat, and Lakers.

400

What happens if you foul a player?

The other team may get free throws or the ball back.

400

How did basketball become popular worldwide?

Through the Olympics, TV, and NBA tours.

400

How many quarters in a game?

4 quarters.

500

What is a “fast break”?

A quick attack toward the basket before the other team sets up defense.

500

Name 2 WNBA players.

Sue Bird, Diana Taurasi, A'ja Wilson, Candace Parker (any 2).

500

What is the shot clock?

A timer showing how long a team has to shoot the ball (usually 24 seconds).

500

What was different about early basketballs?

They were brown and hard to see — now they’re orange!

500

How is street basketball different from NBA?

It’s more casual, often outside, with fewer rules or players.