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1.

Who was the 9th leading scorer during the 1986-87 NBA season, a Washington Bullet?
- A.
  
  Tim Duncan
- B.
  
  Michael Jordan
- C.
  
  Dominique Wilkins
- D.
  
  Moses Malone
Correct Answer
D. Moses Malone

Explanation
Moses Malone was the 9th leading scorer during the 1986-87 NBA season for the Washington Bullets.

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2.

Which Washington Bullet was the 20th leading scorer during the 1988-89 NBA season?
- A.
  
  Bernard King
- B.
  
  Dominique Wilkins
- C.
  
  Kevin Garnett
- D.
  
  Shaquille O'Neal
Correct Answer
A. Bernard King

Explanation
Bernard King was the 20th leading scorer during the 1988-89 NBA season for the Washington Bullets. This means that out of all the players on the team, King had the 20th highest point total for that season.

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3.

What are the Washington Wizards cheerleaders called?
- A.
  
  Dunking Dancers
- B.
  
  Fast Breakers
- C.
  
  Air Dancers
- D.
  
  Wizards Dancers
Correct Answer
D. Wizards Dancers

Explanation
The Washington Wizards cheerleaders are called the Wizards Dancers.

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4.

In 2001, Michael Jordan was a Washington Wizard who donated his entire salary to what?
- A.
  
  Gamblers Anonymous
- B.
  
  September 11 Victims
- C.
  
  D.C.'s Homeless Population
- D.
  
  Children's Charities
Correct Answer
B. September 11 Victims

Explanation
In 2001, Michael Jordan, who was playing for the Washington Wizards at the time, donated his entire salary to the September 11 victims. This act of generosity and support was a response to the tragic events that occurred on September 11, 2001, and Jordan's donation aimed to help those affected by the terrorist attacks.

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5.

Where did the Washington Wizards finish in the Eastern Conference Southeast Division in 2006-2007?
- A.
  
  3rd
- B.
  
  1st
- C.
  
  4th
- D.
  
  2nd
Correct Answer
D. 2nd

Explanation
In the 2006-2007 season, the Washington Wizards finished in 2nd place in the Eastern Conference Southeast Division. This means that they had a better record than all the teams in their division except for the team that finished in 1st place.

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6.

What high school player did the Washington Wizards select with the first pick in the 2001 NBA Draft?
- A.
  
  Eddy Curry
- B.
  
  Tyson Chandler
- C.
  
  Darius Miles
- D.
  
  Kwame Brown
Correct Answer
D. Kwame Brown

Explanation
The Washington Wizards selected Kwame Brown with the first pick in the 2001 NBA Draft.

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7.

What Washington Bullets player led the NBA in blocked shots for the 1985-1986 season?
- A.
  
  Cliff Robinson
- B.
  
  Charles Jones
- C.
  
  Manute Bol
- D.
  
  Dan Roundfield
Correct Answer
C. Manute Bol

Explanation
Manute Bol is the correct answer because he led the NBA in blocked shots for the 1985-1986 season. Bol was known for his exceptional shot-blocking ability, standing at 7 feet 7 inches tall. He played for the Washington Bullets during that season and averaged an impressive 4.96 blocks per game, which remains the highest average in NBA history. Bol's shot-blocking prowess made him a valuable defensive asset for the Bullets and solidified his place as one of the greatest shot-blockers in NBA history.

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8.

Which former Michigan "Fab Five" joined Juwan Howard with the Washington Bullets in 1994?
- A.
  
  Jalen Rose
- B.
  
  Ray Jackson
- C.
  
  Chris Webber
- D.
  
  Jimmy King
Correct Answer
C. Chris Webber

Explanation
In 1994, Chris Webber joined Juwan Howard with the Washington Bullets. Webber was part of the famous "Fab Five" at the University of Michigan alongside Jalen Rose, Ray Jackson, and Jimmy King. However, it was specifically Chris Webber who joined Howard on the Washington Bullets team.

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9.

Which is not an original color of the Washington Wizards?
- A.
  
  Bronze
- B.
  
  Black
- C.
  
  Purple
- D.
  
  Blue
Correct Answer
C. Purple

Explanation
The Washington Wizards' original colors were blue, bronze, and black. Purple is not one of the original colors of the Washington Wizards.

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10.

What college did former Washington Wizards guard God Shammgod attend?
- A.
  
  Georgetown University
- B.
  
  Providence College
- C.
  
  UCLA
- D.
  
  University of North Carolina
Correct Answer
B. Providence College

Explanation
God Shammgod, the former Washington Wizards guard, attended Providence College.

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11.

The Washington Wizards played their home games here in 2005?
- A.
  
  MCI Center
- B.
  
  American Airlines Arena
- C.
  
  Pepsi Center
- D.
  
  Qualcomm Stadium
Correct Answer
A. MCI Center

Explanation
The correct answer is MCI Center. The MCI Center, now known as the Capital One Arena, is located in Washington, D.C. and is the home arena for the Washington Wizards. In 2005, the Wizards played their home games at the MCI Center.

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12.

The 1970-71 NBA Championship was won over Baltimore Bullets 4 games to none by which team?
- A.
  
  Detroit Pistons
- B.
  
  Chicago Bulls
- C.
  
  Milwaukee Bucks
- D.
  
  Boston Celtics
Correct Answer
C. Milwaukee Bucks

Explanation
The correct answer is Milwaukee Bucks. The question asks which team won the 1970-71 NBA Championship over the Baltimore Bullets. The Milwaukee Bucks won the championship in that season, defeating the Baltimore Bullets in a four-game sweep.

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13.

Who won the 1978-79 NBA Championship beating the Washington Bullets 4 to 1?
- A.
  
  Los Angeles Lakers
- B.
  
  Seattle Supersonics
- C.
  
  Boston Celtics
- D.
  
  Chicago Bulls
Correct Answer
B. Seattle Supersonics

Explanation
The Seattle Supersonics won the 1978-79 NBA Championship by defeating the Washington Bullets with a score of 4 to 1.

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NBA - Washington Wizards Quiz

Who was the 9th leading scorer during the 1986-87 NBA season, a Washington Bullet?

Which Washington Bullet was the 20th leading scorer during the 1988-89 NBA season?

What are the Washington Wizards cheerleaders called?

In 2001, Michael Jordan was a Washington Wizard who donated his entire salary to what?

Where did the Washington Wizards finish in the Eastern Conference Southeast Division in 2006-2007?

What high school player did the Washington Wizards select with the first pick in the 2001 NBA Draft?

What Washington Bullets player led the NBA in blocked shots for the 1985-1986 season?

Which former Michigan "Fab Five" joined Juwan Howard with the Washington Bullets in 1994?

Which is not an original color of the Washington Wizards?

What college did former Washington Wizards guard God Shammgod attend?

The Washington Wizards played their home games here in 2005?

The 1970-71 NBA Championship was won over Baltimore Bullets 4 games to none by which team?

Who won the 1978-79 NBA Championship beating the Washington Bullets 4 to 1?