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1.

What was the Denver Nuggets' original name?
- A.
  
  Denver Nuggets
- B.
  
  Denver Rockets
- C.
  
  Denver Rockies
- D.
  
  Denver Jazz
Correct Answer
B. Denver Rockets

Explanation
The Denver Nuggets' original name was Denver Rockets.

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2.

The Providence Steamrollers were an actual NBA team
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The Providence Steamrollers were indeed an actual NBA team. They were a professional basketball team based in Providence, Rhode Island, that played in the Basketball Association of America (BAA) from 1946 to 1949. The team was one of the original eleven franchises in the BAA, which eventually merged with the National Basketball League (NBL) to form the NBA in 1949. Although the Steamrollers had a short-lived existence and struggled on the court, they hold a place in NBA history as one of the early teams in the league.

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3.

Only two players have won both ROY & MVP in the same year. Wilt Chamberlain is one. Who is the other?
- A.
  
  Elvin Hayes
- B.
  
  Bill Walton
- C.
  
  Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
- D.
  
  Wes Unseld
Correct Answer
D. Wes Unseld

Explanation
Wes Unseld is the correct answer because he is one of the two players who have won both the Rookie of the Year (ROY) and the Most Valuable Player (MVP) awards in the same year. The question states that Wilt Chamberlain is one of the players, and the correct answer asks for the other player. Therefore, Wes Unseld must be the correct answer.

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4.

Which non-Celtics player has the most championship rings?
- A.
  
  Michael Jordan
- B.
  
  Kobe Bryant
- C.
  
  Ron Harper
- D.
  
  Robert Horry
Correct Answer
D. Robert Horry

Explanation
Robert Horry has the most championship rings among non-Celtics players. Throughout his career, Horry won a total of seven NBA championships, playing for the Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Lakers, and San Antonio Spurs. His ability to perform in clutch moments and make crucial shots during playoff runs earned him the nickname "Big Shot Rob." Horry's championship success and contributions to multiple teams solidify his status as the non-Celtics player with the most championship rings.

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5.

Dominique Wilkins was born on an Air Force base in France?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Dominique Wilkins, a former professional basketball player, was indeed born on an Air Force base in France. This fact is well-documented and widely known in the sports community.

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6.

Who holds the record for most assists in a game?
- A.
  
  Lebron James
- B.
  
  Steve Nash
- C.
  
  Scott Skiles
- D.
  
  Bob Cousy
- E.
  
  Derrick Rose
- F.
  
  Jason Kidd
- G.
  
  Magic Johnson
- H.
  
  Chris Paul
- I.
  
  Penny Hardaway
- J.
  
  Bimbo Coles
Correct Answer
C. Scott Skiles

Explanation
Scott Skiles holds the record for the most assists in a game.

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7.

Which NBA player was the band Pearl Jam originally named after?
- A.
  
  Mookie Blaylock
- B.
  
  Gary Payton
- C.
  
  Muggsy Bogues
- D.
  
  Jeff Hornacek
- E.
  
  Moochie Norris
- F.
  
  Shandon Anderson
- G.
  
  Larry Johnson
Correct Answer
A. Mookie Blaylock

Explanation
The band Pearl Jam was originally named after NBA player Mookie Blaylock. This is because the band members were fans of Blaylock and his aggressive playing style. However, they were unable to use his name for legal reasons, so they decided to change it to Pearl Jam.

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8.

What was the ORIGINAL name of the Los Angeles Lakers?
- A.
  
  Minneapolis Lakers
- B.
  
  Minnesota Timberwolves
- C.
  
  Detroit Gems
- D.
  
  Detroit Pistons
Correct Answer
C. Detroit Gems
9.

What year did the NBA originate?
- A.
  
  1891
- B.
  
  1924
- C.
  
  1946
- D.
  
  1990
Correct Answer
C. 1946

Explanation
The NBA originated in 1946. This is the correct answer because the National Basketball Association (NBA) was founded on June 6, 1946, in New York City as the Basketball Association of America (BAA). It later merged with the National Basketball League (NBL) in 1949 to become the NBA as we know it today.

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10.

Who is the Oklahoma City Thunder's all-time leading scorer?
- A.
  
  Russell Westbrook
- B.
  
  Kevin Durant
- C.
  
  Fred Brown
- D.
  
  Gary Payton
- E.
  
  Jack Sikma
- F.
  
  Shawn Kemp
- G.
  
  Rashard Lewis
- H.
  
  Dale Ellis
Correct Answer
D. Gary Payton

Explanation
Gary Payton is not the all-time leading scorer for the Oklahoma City Thunder. He played for the Seattle SuperSonics, not the Thunder. The correct answer is either Russell Westbrook or Kevin Durant, both of whom played for the Thunder and are among the franchise's all-time leading scorers.

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NBA Fans Entrance Exam: Quiz!

What was the Denver Nuggets' original name?

The Providence Steamrollers were an actual NBA team

Only two players have won both ROY & MVP in the same year. Wilt Chamberlain is one. Who is the other?

Which non-Celtics player has the most championship rings?

Dominique Wilkins was born on an Air Force base in France?

Who holds the record for most assists in a game?

Which NBA player was the band Pearl Jam originally named after?

What was the ORIGINAL name of the Los Angeles Lakers?

What year did the NBA originate?

Who is the Oklahoma City Thunder's all-time leading scorer?