1.
Irving signed a five-year contract extension with the?
Correct Answer
B. Cavaliers
Explanation
The correct answer is Cavaliers because the question is asking about Irving's contract extension and the Cavaliers are the only option that is a basketball team. The Lakers and Detroit Tigers are not basketball teams, and Iverson is a basketball player, not a team.
2.
Irving was voted by the fans to be starting point guard for the Eastern Conference in the?
Correct Answer
A. 2014 NBA All-Star game
Explanation
Irving was voted by the fans to be starting point guard for the Eastern Conference in the 2014 NBA All-Star game.
3.
Irving recorded his first career triple-double with a win over Utah Jazz in the year?
Correct Answer
A. 2014
Explanation
In 2014, Irving recorded his first career triple-double with a win over the Utah Jazz. This means that he achieved double-digit numbers in three statistical categories (points, rebounds, and assists) for the first time in his career.
4.
At the 2012-2013 NBA season, Irving injured his index finger in a loss to the?
Correct Answer
D. Dallas Mavericks
Explanation
In the 2012-2013 NBA season, Irving injured his index finger in a loss to the Dallas Mavericks.
5.
Irving was selected by the coaches to play in his first?
Correct Answer
C. All-Star game
Explanation
Irving being selected by the coaches to play in his first All-Star game indicates that he has achieved a certain level of recognition and skill in the NBA. The All-Star game is an exhibition game where the best players from the league come together to showcase their abilities. This selection demonstrates that Irving is considered one of the top players in the NBA and has earned the respect and recognition of the coaches.
6.
Irving announced that he would forgo his final three seasons of eligibility and enter the?
Correct Answer
A. 2011 NBA draft
Explanation
The correct answer is 2011 NBA draft. This is because the question states that Irving announced that he would forgo his final three seasons of eligibility. This implies that he was a college basketball player and had the option to continue playing in college for three more seasons. However, he chose to enter the NBA draft in 2011, indicating that he decided to leave college early and pursue a professional basketball career.
7.
Irving signed a contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers alongside rookie teammate?
Correct Answer
B. Tristan Thompson
Explanation
Irving signed a contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers alongside rookie teammate Tristan Thompson.
8.
Both Irving and Thompson were named in 2012?
Correct Answer
C. Rising Stars Challenge
Explanation
The Rising Stars Challenge is an event during the NBA All-Star Weekend where the league's top rookies and second-year players compete against each other. Since both Irving and Thompson were named in 2012, it suggests that they were both selected to participate in the Rising Stars Challenge that year.
9.
Irving played with Duke during the 2010-2011 basketball season under the head coach?
Correct Answer
B. Mike Kzyzewski
Explanation
Irving played with Duke during the 2010-2011 basketball season. The correct answer is Mike Kzyzewski, who was the head coach of Duke during that time.
10.
Irving was born in Melbourne, Australia to American parents in the year?
Correct Answer
C. 1992
Explanation
Irving was born in Melbourne, Australia to American parents in the year 1992.