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  • 1. 

    Who was the first Cleveland Cavalier to average over 20 points and 10 rebounds in a season?

    • A.

      Shawn Kemp

    • B.

      Larry Nance

    • C.

      Brad Daugherty

    • D.

      LeBron James

    Correct Answer
    C. Brad Daugherty
    Explanation
    Brad Daugherty was the first Cleveland Cavalier to average over 20 points and 10 rebounds in a season. This means that he consistently scored more than 20 points and grabbed more than 10 rebounds per game throughout an entire season.

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  • 2. 

    Why was Cleveland Cavalier Nate Thurmond praised by Wilt Chamberlain and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar?

    • A.

      His Sportsmanship

    • B.

      His Defense

    • C.

      His Scoring

    • D.

      His Tenacity

    Correct Answer
    B. His Defense
    Explanation
    Cleveland Cavalier Nate Thurmond was praised by Wilt Chamberlain and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar because of his exceptional defense skills. Thurmond was known for his ability to guard and block shots, making him a formidable opponent on the court. His defensive prowess impressed both Chamberlain and Abdul-Jabbar, two of the greatest basketball players of all time, leading to their praise for his defensive abilities.

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  • 3. 

    By how many games did the Cleveland Cavaliers miss the 1975 Playoffs?

    • A.

      One

    • B.

      Two

    • C.

      Four

    • D.

      Three

    Correct Answer
    A. One
    Explanation
    The Cleveland Cavaliers missed the 1975 Playoffs by one game. This means that they were only one game away from qualifying for the playoffs that year.

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  • 4. 

    Which Cleveland Cavalier was chosen as one of 2003's "Sporting News" Good Guys?

    • A.

      Jim Clemmons

    • B.

      Wayne Embry

    • C.

      Mark Price

    • D.

      Donyell Marshall

    Correct Answer
    D. Donyell Marshall
    Explanation
    Donyell Marshall was chosen as one of 2003's "Sporting News" Good Guys.

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  • 5. 

    What was 1970's Cleveland Cavalier legend Bobby Smith known as?

    • A.

      Bingo

    • B.

      Bob Dawg

    • C.

      Showtime

    • D.

      Big Bobby

    Correct Answer
    A. Bingo
    Explanation
    Bobby Smith, the 1970's Cleveland Cavalier legend, was known as "Bingo."

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  • 6. 

    Which Cleveland Cavalier won the NBA's debut dunking contest in 1984?

    • A.

      Larry Nance

    • B.

      Craig Ehlo

    • C.

      World B. Free

    • D.

      Ron Harper

    Correct Answer
    A. Larry Nance
    Explanation
    Larry Nance won the NBA's debut dunking contest in 1984.

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  • 7. 

    Cleveland Cavalier Lloyd B. Free later legally changed his name to what?

    • A.

      World B. Free

    • B.

      I. M. Free

    • C.

      Born Free

    • D.

      Never B. Free

    Correct Answer
    A. World B. Free
    Explanation
    Lloyd B. Free later legally changed his name to World B. Free.

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  • 8. 

    Cleveland Cavalier David Wesley's first job was at which department store?

    • A.

      Dillard's

    • B.

      Mervyn's

    • C.

      Sears

    • D.

      J.C. Penney

    Correct Answer
    B. Mervyn's
    Explanation
    David Wesley's first job was at Mervyn's department store.

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  • 9. 

    Who has Cleveland Cavalier David Wesley named as the person he admires the most?

    • A.

      Arthur Ashe

    • B.

      Wilt Chamberlain

    • C.

      Jackie Robinson

    • D.

      His Father

    Correct Answer
    D. His Father
    Explanation
    David Wesley, a player for the Cleveland Cavaliers, has named his father as the person he admires the most. This suggests that Wesley holds a deep admiration and respect for his father, possibly due to the guidance, support, and positive influence his father has had on his life and career.

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  • 10. 

    What injury forced Cleveland Cavalier center Brad Daugherty to retire in February 1994?

    • A.

      Herniated Disc

    • B.

      Torn ACL

    • C.

      Concussion

    • D.

      Sprained Knee

    Correct Answer
    A. Herniated Disc
    Explanation
    Brad Daugherty was forced to retire in February 1994 due to a herniated disc. This injury occurs when the soft cushioning discs between the vertebrae in the spine rupture or bulge, putting pressure on nearby nerves. This can cause severe pain, weakness, and numbness. Given the nature of the injury and its impact on mobility and physical performance, it is understandable why Daugherty had to retire from his basketball career.

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  • 11. 

    Who retired as the Cleveland Cavaliers all-time leading scorer (10,289) and rebounder (5,227)?

    • A.

      Shawn Kemp

    • B.

      Brad Daugherty

    • C.

      Walt Frazier

    • D.

      LeBron James

    Correct Answer
    B. Brad Daugherty
    Explanation
    Brad Daugherty retired as the Cleveland Cavaliers all-time leading scorer and rebounder. He scored 10,289 points and grabbed 5,227 rebounds during his career with the Cavaliers. This makes him the player with the highest number of points and rebounds in the history of the franchise.

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  • 12. 

    Off the basketball court, what other two sports positions did Walt Frazier play in high school?

    • A.

      Third Baseman And Kicker

    • B.

      Pitcher And Running Back

    • C.

      Catcher And Quarterback

    • D.

      Wide Receiver And Shortstop

    Correct Answer
    C. Catcher And Quarterback
    Explanation
    Walt Frazier played the positions of catcher and quarterback in high school. This suggests that he had skills and abilities in both baseball and football. Catcher is a position in baseball that requires good hand-eye coordination and the ability to catch and throw the ball accurately. Quarterback is a position in football that requires leadership, decision-making, and throwing skills. Frazier's experience in both sports positions indicates his versatility and athleticism.

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  • 13. 

    In 1991, a Cleveland Cavaliers buzzer beater led Joe Tait to claim Santa Claus was from where?

    • A.

      The South Pole

    • B.

      Cleveland, OH

    • C.

      Miami, OH

    • D.

      Lubbock, TX

    Correct Answer
    D. Lubbock, TX
    Explanation
    In 1991, a Cleveland Cavaliers buzzer beater led Joe Tait to claim Santa Claus was from Lubbock, TX. This suggests that Joe Tait made a humorous comment or analogy, comparing the unexpected and thrilling nature of the buzzer beater to the magical and surprising nature of Santa Claus. It is unlikely that Joe Tait was making a factual claim about Santa Claus's origin, but rather using it as a playful reference to emphasize the excitement of the moment.

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  • 14. 

    How many of Cleveland's 1971 NBA Expansion Draft selections were still with the team in 1975?

    • A.

      Eleven

    • B.

      One

    • C.

      Six

    • D.

      None

    Correct Answer
    B. One
    Explanation
    Only one of Cleveland's 1971 NBA Expansion Draft selections was still with the team in 1975. This suggests that the majority of the players selected in the draft did not remain with the team for an extended period of time.

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  • 15. 

    Which 1970's Cleveland Cavalier star later became an analyst for the Cavaliers Television Network?

    • A.

      World B. Free

    • B.

      Kevin Johnson

    • C.

      Mark Price

    • D.

      Austin Carr

    Correct Answer
    D. Austin Carr
    Explanation
    Austin Carr is the correct answer because he was a star player for the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 1970s and later became an analyst for the Cavaliers Television Network.

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