Interesting Trivia On NBA - Atlanta Hawks

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    In 1999-2000, which Atlanta Hawk led the NBA in rebounding for the first time in his career?

    • Dikembe Mutombo
    • Christian Laettner
    • Theo Ratliff
    • Steve Smith
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  • 2. 

    Which team did Dikembe Mutombo play for before he signed as a free agent with the Atlanta Hawks?

    • San Diego Clippers

    • Denver Nuggets

    • Utah Jazz

    • Seattle SuperSonics

    Correct Answer
    A. Denver Nuggets
    Explanation
    Dikembe Mutombo played for the Denver Nuggets before he signed as a free agent with the Atlanta Hawks.

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  • 3. 

    Where were the Hawks based before they relocated to Atlanta in 1968?

    • Cincinnati

    • St. Louis

    • Milwaukee

    • Buffalo

    Correct Answer
    A. St. Louis
    Explanation
    The Hawks were based in St. Louis before they relocated to Atlanta in 1968.

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  • 4. 

    In addition to Leon Smith, who did the Atlanta Hawks give up to obtain Glenn Robinson in 2002?

    • Tony Kukoc

    • Theo Ratliff

    • Nazr Mohammed

    • Christian Laettner

    Correct Answer
    A. Tony Kukoc
    Explanation
    The Atlanta Hawks gave up Tony Kukoc in addition to Leon Smith to obtain Glenn Robinson in 2002.

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  • 5. 

    Which Atlanta Hawk missed the entire 2002-03 season because of a serious car accident?

    • Eldridge Recasner

    • DerMarr Johnson

    • LaPhonso Ellis

    • Jim Jackson

    Correct Answer
    A. DerMarr Johnson
    Explanation
    DerMarr Johnson missed the entire 2002-03 season because of a serious car accident. This incident prevented him from playing for the Atlanta Hawks during that season.

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  • 6. 

    Which Atlanta Hawk's reign as NBA iron man ended in December 2006 after 376 consecutive games?

    • Speedy Claxton

    • Tyronn Lue

    • Slava Medvedenko

    • Joe Johnson

    Correct Answer
    A. Joe Johnson
    Explanation
    Joe Johnson's reign as the NBA iron man ended in December 2006 after 376 consecutive games. This means that Joe Johnson had played in 376 consecutive games without missing a single one. However, in December 2006, his streak came to an end, indicating that he was unable to play in a game for the first time in 376 games.

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  • 7. 

    In 1996-97, which Atlanta Hawk had 2.72 steals per game to lead the NBA?

    • Jason Terry

    • Stacey Augmon

    • Mookie Blaylock

    • Tyrone Corbin

    Correct Answer
    A. Mookie Blaylock
    Explanation
    Mookie Blaylock had 2.72 steals per game in the 1996-97 season, which led the NBA.

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  • 8. 

    Who did the Atlanta Hawks trade to the Miami Heat to obtain Steve Smith in 1994-95?

    • Craig Ehlo

    • Stacey Augmon

    • Kevin Willis

    • Tyrone Corbin

    Correct Answer
    A. Kevin Willis
    Explanation
    The Atlanta Hawks traded Kevin Willis to the Miami Heat in order to obtain Steve Smith in the 1994-95 season.

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  • 9. 

    Which 2000 U.S. Olympian did the Atlanta Hawks acquire on Draft Day, 2001?

    • Isaiah Rider

    • Jason Terry

    • Shareef Abdur-Rahim

    • Glenn Robinson

    Correct Answer
    A. Shareef Abdur-Rahim
    Explanation
    The Atlanta Hawks acquired Shareef Abdur-Rahim on Draft Day in 2001.

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  • 10. 

    Who did the Atlanta Hawks re-sign to a then unprecedented 6-year, $13.2 million contract in 1989?

    • Jon Concak

    • Cliff Levingston

    • Spud Webb

    • John Battle

    Correct Answer
    A. Jon Concak
    Explanation
    In 1989, the Atlanta Hawks re-signed Jon Concak to a then unprecedented 6-year, $13.2 million contract. This indicates that Concak was a highly valued player for the Hawks at that time, as his contract was considered groundbreaking in terms of both length and value.

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  • 11. 

    Who did the Atlanta Hawks obtain for trading Steve Smith to Portland in 1999?

    • Jason Terry

    • Lorenzen Wright

    • Jim Jackson

    • Isaiah Rider

    Correct Answer
    A. Isaiah Rider
    Explanation
    The Atlanta Hawks obtained Isaiah Rider for trading Steve Smith to Portland in 1999.

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  • 12. 

    In 1973-74, which Atlanta Hawk led the NBA in shots and was 2nd in scoring, averaging 27.7 points?

    • Lou Hudson

    • Pete Maravich

    • Joe Caldwell

    • John Drew

    Correct Answer
    A. Pete Maravich
    Explanation
    Pete Maravich is the correct answer because he was a player for the Atlanta Hawks during the 1973-74 season. He led the NBA in shots, indicating that he took the most field goal attempts during that season. Additionally, he was 2nd in scoring with an average of 27.7 points per game, further solidifying his status as the correct answer to the question.

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  • 13. 

    Which Atlanta Hawk had a 50-point game in 2001-02?

    • Christian Laettner

    • Shareef Abdur-Rahim

    • Glenn Robinson

    • Jason Terry

    Correct Answer
    A. Shareef Abdur-Rahim
    Explanation
    Shareef Abdur-Rahim had a 50-point game in the 2001-02 season for the Atlanta Hawks. This means that Abdur-Rahim scored 50 points in a single game during that season, showcasing his exceptional scoring ability.

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  • 14. 

    How many career games did Danny Manning play with the Atlanta Hawks before leaving as a free agent?

    • 126

    • 26

    • 152

    • 52

    Correct Answer
    A. 26
    Explanation
    Danny Manning played 26 career games with the Atlanta Hawks before leaving as a free agent.

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    Who was booed for 15 minutes when Dominique Wilkins' Atlanta Hawks jersey was retired in 2001?

    • Stan Kasten

    • Mike Fratello

    • David Stern

    • Magic Johnson

    Correct Answer
    A. Stan Kasten
    Explanation
    Stan Kasten was booed for 15 minutes when Dominique Wilkins' Atlanta Hawks jersey was retired in 2001.

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