Are You A Basketball Expert? Quiz

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    Which Boston Celtic had 2.2 steals per game in 2010-11?

    • Paul Pierce
    • Ray Allen
    • Kevin Garnett
    • Rajon Rondo
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James Naismith, a teacher at a YMCA in Springfield, Massachusetts, is credited with inventing basketball in 1891. The first “hoops” were actually just peach baskets and the first backboards were made of wire. Take the quiz below to see if you are an expert when it comes to basketball. Have fun!

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  • 2. 

    Tristan Thompson made his first NBA start as a replacement for whom?

    • CJ Miles

    • Anderson Varejao

    • Tyler Zeller

    • Jon Leuer

    Correct Answer
    A. Anderson Varejao
    Explanation
    Tristan Thompson made his first NBA start as a replacement for Anderson Varejao.

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  • 3. 

    Who did the Detroit Pistons select in the 1st round of the 2010 draft?

    • Greg Monroe

    • James Anderson

    • Larry Sanders

    • DeMarcus Cousins

    Correct Answer
    A. Greg Monroe
    Explanation
    The Detroit Pistons selected Greg Monroe in the 1st round of the 2010 draft.

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  • 4. 

    Who was the head coach in the 2011-2012 NBA season for the Cleveland Cavaliers?

    • Scott Skiles

    • Tom Thibodeau

    • Rick Carlisle

    • Byron Scott

    Correct Answer
    A. Byron Scott
    Explanation
    Byron Scott was the head coach for the Cleveland Cavaliers during the 2011-2012 NBA season.

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  • 5. 

    2011 Bulls center Joakim Noah plays for which country internationally?

    • Argentina

    • Russia

    • Spain

    • France

    Correct Answer
    A. France
    Explanation
    Joakim Noah, the Bulls center in 2011, plays for France internationally.

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  • 6. 

    Who took over as the coach of Orlando Magic in 2012?

    • Doc Rivers

    • Rick Adelman

    • Mike Brown

    • Jacque Vaughn

    Correct Answer
    A. Jacque Vaughn
    Explanation
    Jacque Vaughn took on the role of head coach for the Orlando Magic in 2012. Vaughn, a former NBA player, transitioned to coaching after his playing career. He led the Magic during a period of rebuilding and transition for the team. While his tenure with the Magic lasted until 2015, it marked a developmental phase for the franchise.

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  • 7. 

    In 2010-11, the Minnesota Timberwolves had what NBA-worst win total?

    • 22 wins

    • 7 wins

    • 33 wins

    • 17 wins

    Correct Answer
    A. 17 wins
    Explanation
    In the 2010-11 NBA season, the Minnesota Timberwolves had a win total of 17, which was the worst in the league. This means that they had the fewest number of wins compared to all other teams in the NBA that season.

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  • 8. 

    Who led the Cleveland Cavaliers in scoring during the 2010-11 season?

    • Baron Davis

    • Daniel Gibson

    • Jamario Moon

    • Antwan Jamison

    Correct Answer
    A. Antwan Jamison
    Explanation
    Antwan Jamison led the Cleveland Cavaliers in scoring during the 2010-11 season.

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  • 9. 

    Who is the Head Coach of the 2012 76ers?

    • Doc Rivers

    • Avery Johnson

    • Doug Collins

    • Monty Williams

    Correct Answer
    A. Doug Collins
    Explanation
    Doug Collins was the head coach of the 2012 76ers.

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  • 10. 

    What was the win-loss record for the Heat in the 2012 Final Series?

    • 4 Wins 1 Loss

    • 4 Wins 3 Loss

    • 4 Wins 0 Loss

    • 4 Wins 2 Loss

    Correct Answer
    A. 4 Wins 1 Loss
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 4 Wins 1 Loss. This means that the Miami Heat won 4 games and lost 1 game in the 2012 Final Series.

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  • 11. 

    Which Utah Jazz player was named NBA Player of the Week in 2010?

    • Derrick Favors

    • Al Jefferson

    • Deron Williams

    • Paul Milsap

    Correct Answer
    A. Deron Williams
    Explanation
    Deron Williams was named NBA Player of the Week in 2010 for the Utah Jazz. This recognition is given to a player who has performed exceptionally well during a specific week of the NBA season. Williams likely stood out among his teammates and competitors during that week, showcasing his skills and contributing significantly to the team's success.

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  • 12. 

    Which rookie shooting guard did the Dallas Mavericks acquire in 2010?

    • Greg Oden

    • Dominique Jones

    • Evan Turner

    • John Wall

    Correct Answer
    A. Dominique Jones
    Explanation
    The Dallas Mavericks acquired Dominique Jones as a rookie shooting guard in 2010.

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  • 13. 

    2011-12 Spurs rookie Kawhi Leonard was selected with which overall pick?

    • 17th

    • 15th

    • 11th

    • 13th

    Correct Answer
    A. 15th
    Explanation
    Kawhi Leonard, the Spurs rookie in the 2011-12 season, was selected with the 15th overall pick.

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  • 14. 

    Who ended up with the first pick in the 2012 NBA draft?

    • Hornets

    • Clippers

    • Bobcats

    • Wizards

    Correct Answer
    A. Hornets
    Explanation
    The New Orleans Hornets ended up with the first pick in the 2012 NBA draft.

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  • 15. 

    What team announced the resignation of head coach Mike D'Antoni in 2012?

    • Phoenix Suns

    • New York Knicks

    • MiamiHeat

    • LA Clippers

    Correct Answer
    A. New York Knicks
    Explanation
    In 2012, the New York Knicks announced the resignation of head coach Mike D'Antoni. This indicates that D'Antoni was coaching the New York Knicks at that time and decided to step down from his position.

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  • 16. 

    Which team originally drafted 2010-11 Suns forward Channing Frye?

    • Miami Heat

    • New York Knicks

    • LA Clippers

    • Chicago Bulls

    Correct Answer
    A. New York Knicks
    Explanation
    Channing Frye was originally drafted by the New York Knicks.

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  • 17. 

    Denver Nuggets coach George Karl reached what win milestone in 2010?

    • 1000

    • 500

    • 5000

    • 2000

    Correct Answer
    A. 1000
    Explanation
    In 2010, Denver Nuggets coach George Karl reached the win milestone of 1000. This means that he had achieved 1000 wins as a coach up until that point. It is a significant achievement in the world of basketball coaching and highlights Karl's success and longevity in the sport.

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  • 18. 

    Brandon Knight played which position during his rookie NBA season?

    • Point Guard

    • Shooting Guard

    • Center

    • Small Forward

    Correct Answer
    A. Point Guard
    Explanation
    During his rookie NBA season, Brandon Knight played as a Point Guard.

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  • 19. 

    How many teams won 50 or more in the 2011-2012 regular NBA season?

    • 6

    • 0

    • 2

    • 5

    Correct Answer
    A. 2
    Explanation
    In the 2011-2012 regular NBA season, only 2 teams managed to win 50 or more games.

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  • 20. 

    Who had the most total rebounds in the 2011 Playoffs?

    • Kevin Durant

    • Kevin Garnett

    •  Tyson Chandler

    • Udonis Haslem

    Correct Answer
    A.  Tyson Chandler
    Explanation
    Playing for the Dallas Mavericks, Tyson Chandler led the NBA with a total of 193 rebounds in 21 games.

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  • 21. 

    The Miami Heat played in the 2011 NBA Playoffs as which seed?

    • 1

    • 2

    • 3

    • 5

    Correct Answer
    A. 2
    Explanation
    The Miami Heat played in the 2011 NBA Playoffs as the second seed. This means that they were ranked second in their conference based on their regular season performance. As the second seed, they would have had home-court advantage in the first round and would have faced the seventh seed in the opening series of the playoffs.

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  • 22. 

    Which Magic player was suspended for shoving an opponent in 2011?

    • Quentin Richardson

    • Ryan Anderson

    • Dwight Howard

    • J.J. Redick

    Correct Answer
    A. Quentin Richardson
    Explanation
    In 2011, Orlando Magic player Dwight Howard was suspended for shoving Samuel Dalembert of the Charlotte Bobcats during a game on April 21, 2011. The incident occurred in the first quarter of Game 3 of the first-round playoff series between the Orlando Magic and the Charlotte Bobcats. As a result of the altercation, Howard received a one-game suspension, missing Game 4 of the playoff series.

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  • 23. 

    Which coach is the Head Coach of the 2012 Jazz?

    • Gregg Popovich

    • Keith Smart

    • Terry Stotts

    • Tyrone Corbin

    Correct Answer
    A. Tyrone Corbin
    Explanation
    Tyrone Corbin is the correct answer because he was the Head Coach of the Utah Jazz in 2012. Gregg Popovich is the Head Coach of the San Antonio Spurs, Keith Smart is an assistant coach for the New York Knicks, and Terry Stotts is the Head Coach of the Portland Trail Blazers.

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  • 24. 

    Which team did the Atlanta Hawks defeat in the 2011 NBA playoffs?

    • LA Clippers

    • New York Knicks

    • Miami Heat

    • Orlando Magic

    Correct Answer
    A. Orlando Magic
    Explanation
    In the 2011 NBA playoffs, the Atlanta Hawks defeated the Orlando Magic.

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  • 25. 

    Who set an NCAA record by scoring 138 points against Faith Baptist Bible on November 20, 2012?

    • Jack Taylor

    • Lamont Jones

    • Pierre Jackson

    • Erick Green

    Correct Answer
    A. Jack Taylor
    Explanation
    Jack Taylor set an NCAA record by scoring 138 points against Faith Baptist Bible on November 20, 2012.

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  • 26. 

    The Houston Rockets traded which player to the Phoenix Suns in 2011?

    • Channing Fry

    • Aaron Brooks

    • Robin Lopez

    • Josh Childress

    Correct Answer
    A. Aaron Brooks
    Explanation
    In 2011, the Houston Rockets traded Aaron Brooks to the Phoenix Suns.

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  • 27. 

    Which 2010-11 LA Laker attended the University of Wyoming?

    • Lamar Odom

    • Derek Fisher

    • Theo Ratliff

    • Shannon Brown

    Correct Answer
    A. Theo Ratliff
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Theo Ratliff because he is the only player listed who attended the University of Wyoming. Lamar Odom attended the University of Rhode Island, Derek Fisher attended the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and Shannon Brown attended Michigan State University.

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  • 28. 

    During his rookie season in Minnesota, Derrick Williams started how many games?

    • 15

    • 35

    • 55

    • 75

    Correct Answer
    A. 15
    Explanation
    Derrick Williams started 15 games during his rookie season in Minnesota.

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  • 29. 

    Pacers coach Frank Vogel was an assistant for which team in 2004-05?

    • Chicago Bulls

    • LA Clippers

    • Philadelphia 76ers

    • New York Knicks

    Correct Answer
    A. Philadelphia 76ers
    Explanation
    In 2004-05, Frank Vogel was an assistant coach for the Philadelphia 76ers.

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  • 30. 

    The Raptors traded Hedo Turkoglu to which team in 2010?

    • Phoenix Suns

    • Philadelphia 76ers

    • Detroit Pistons

    • Orlando Magic

    Correct Answer
    A. Phoenix Suns
    Explanation
    In 2010, the Raptors traded Hedo Turkoglu to the Phoenix Suns.

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Danielle Shafer |Basketball Coach |
Danielle Shafer holds a Master's degree in Marketing from the University of Nottingham and a Bachelor's degree in Sports Management and Coaching from Urbana University. With a passion for sports education and community involvement, she volunteered at Special Olympics events from January 2012 to teach basketball and directed camps like the Wayne High School Basketball Camp in May 2012.

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