The Big College Basketball Quiz - 2
College Basketball quiz about all kinds of basketball
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Which of these Gonzaga Bulldogs was the school's first-ever First Team All-American?
- A.
Blake Stepp
- B.
John Stockton
- C.
Dan Dickau
- D.
Ronny Turiaf
Correct Answer
C. Dan DickauExplanation
Dan Dickau was the school's first-ever First Team All-American because he had an outstanding performance during his time at Gonzaga. Dickau was a standout player, leading the Bulldogs to their first-ever Elite Eight appearance in the NCAA Tournament. He was also named the West Coast Conference Player of the Year and was a finalist for the Naismith College Player of the Year award. Dickau's exceptional skills and contributions to the team made him the first Gonzaga Bulldog to receive the prestigious honor of being named a First Team All-American.Rate this question:
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- 2.
In the 1953 Final, the Indiana Hoosiers were leading in scoring by which infamous sophomore with 30 points?
- A.
Bobby Leonard
- B.
Jimmy Rayl
- C.
Walt Bellamy
- D.
Don Schlundt
Correct Answer
D. Don SchlundtExplanation
Don Schlundt is the correct answer because he was a sophomore player for the Indiana Hoosiers during the 1953 Final, and he scored 30 points in that game.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Who was Indiana's all-time leading scorer during the 20th century?
- A.
Steve Alford
- B.
Don Schlundt
- C.
Jimmy Rayl
- D.
Calbert Cheaney
Correct Answer
D. Calbert CheaneyExplanation
Calbert Cheaney is the correct answer because he holds the record for being Indiana's all-time leading scorer during the 20th century. He played for the Indiana Hoosiers basketball team from 1989 to 1993 and scored a total of 2,613 points during his college career. Cheaney was a dominant scorer and was named the Big Ten Conference Player of the Year three times. He went on to have a successful career in the NBA, playing for several teams over 13 seasons.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which Indiana Hoosier was the only player in the NCAA who scored over 50 during the 20th century?
- A.
Steve Downing
- B.
Don Schlundt
- C.
Jimmy Rayl
- D.
Mike Woodson
Correct Answer
C. Jimmy RaylExplanation
Jimmy Rayl was the only player in the NCAA who scored over 50 during the 20th century. This means that he achieved a single-game score of over 50 points, which is a remarkable feat. The other options, Steve Downing, Don Schlundt, and Mike Woodson, did not achieve this milestone. Therefore, Jimmy Rayl stands out as the correct answer for this question.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which player led the Maryland Terps in scoring during the 2002-03 season?
- A.
Steve Blake
- B.
Ryan Randle
- C.
Tahj Holden
- D.
Drew Nicholas
Correct Answer
D. Drew NicholasExplanation
Drew Nicholas was the leading scorer for the Maryland Terps during the 2002-03 season.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Who became the first Maryland player to win an ACC Title and a National Championship?
- A.
Juan Dixon
- B.
Earl Badu
- C.
Terrence Morris
- D.
Mike Grinnon
Correct Answer
D. Mike GrinnonExplanation
Mike Grinnon is the correct answer because he became the first Maryland player to win both an ACC Title and a National Championship. Juan Dixon, Earl Badu, and Terrence Morris did not achieve this feat.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which team ended Maryland's NCAA leading 87 game non-conference home winning streak in 2002-03?
- A.
Wisconsin
- B.
George Washington
- C.
Michigan State
- D.
Florida
Correct Answer
D. FloridaExplanation
In 2002-03, the team that ended Maryland's NCAA leading 87 game non-conference home winning streak was Florida.Rate this question:
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- 8.
How many players from the Terps' Championship Team were drafted into the NBA in 2002 and 2003?
- A.
2
- B.
1
- C.
4
- D.
3
Correct Answer
C. 4Explanation
Four players from the Terps' Championship Team were drafted into the NBA in 2002 and 2003.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Who is North Carolina's 20th Century all-time leader in total assists in a career?
- A.
Larry Brown
- B.
Kenny Smith
- C.
Ed Cota
- D.
Phil Ford
Correct Answer
C. Ed CotaExplanation
Ed Cota is the correct answer because he holds the record for the most total assists in a career in North Carolina's basketball history.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which 20th Century North Carolina player was the all-time leader in total blocked shots in a career?
- A.
Brendan Haywood
- B.
Rasheed Wallace
- C.
Eric Montross
- D.
Bob McAdoo
Correct Answer
A. Brendan HaywoodExplanation
Brendan Haywood is the correct answer because he holds the record for the most blocked shots in a career among all North Carolina players in the 20th century. This means that throughout his career, Haywood successfully blocked more shots than any other player from North Carolina during that time period.Rate this question:
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- 11.
How many players did the North Carolina Tarheels send to the NBA in 2005?
- A.
4
- B.
6
- C.
5
- D.
3
Correct Answer
A. 4Explanation
In 2005, the North Carolina Tarheels sent 4 players to the NBA.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Between the years of 1939 to 2001, how many times have the Kansas Jayhawks made it to the Final Four?
- A.
10
- B.
13
- C.
5
- D.
16
Correct Answer
A. 10Explanation
The correct answer is 10. This indicates that the Kansas Jayhawks made it to the Final Four ten times between the years 1939 to 2001.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Which Kansas coach led the Jayhawks to 6 NCAA Tournaments between 1964-1983?
- A.
Dick Harp
- B.
JoJo White
- C.
Larry Brown
- D.
Ted Owens
Correct Answer
D. Ted OwensExplanation
Ted Owens is the correct answer because he was the Kansas coach who led the Jayhawks to 6 NCAA Tournaments between 1964-1983. This indicates that under his leadership, the team consistently performed well and qualified for the prestigious tournament multiple times.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Who was the highest draft pick from the University of Arizona in the 20th century?
- A.
Damon Stoudamire
- B.
Sean Elliott
- C.
Mike Bibby
- D.
Channing Frye
Correct Answer
C. Mike BibbyExplanation
Mike Bibby was the highest draft pick from the University of Arizona in the 20th century. This means that out of the four options given, Bibby was selected the earliest in the NBA draft.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Who was Duke's all-time leading scorer before J.J. Redick passed him in 2006?
- A.
Danny Ferry
- B.
Mike Gminski
- C.
Johnny Dawkins
- D.
Christian Laettner
Correct Answer
C. Johnny DawkinsExplanation
Before J.J. Redick passed him in 2006, Johnny Dawkins was Duke's all-time leading scorer.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Which legendary character of Duke basketball home games started coming to every Duke game as a fan in the 1980's?
- A.
Crazy Cheerleader Girl
- B.
Crazy Devil Guy
- C.
Crazy Towel Guy
- D.
Crazy Hot Dog Vender
Correct Answer
C. Crazy Towel GuyExplanation
The correct answer is Crazy Towel Guy. In the 1980's, a legendary character known as Crazy Towel Guy started attending every Duke basketball home game as a fan. This person became famous for waving a towel and energizing the crowd with their enthusiastic support for the team.Rate this question:
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- 17.
How many National Title's did Kentucky basketball win in the 20th century?
- A.
3
- B.
7
- C.
9
- D.
5
Correct Answer
B. 7Explanation
Kentucky basketball won 7 National Titles in the 20th century. This means that they were victorious in the NCAA basketball tournament on 7 occasions during that time period.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Which of the following players has not been an All-American for University of Louisville?
- A.
Reece Gaines
- B.
Darrell Griffith
- C.
Junior Bridgeman
- D.
LaBradford Smith
Correct Answer
D. LaBradford SmithExplanation
LaBradford Smith has not been an All-American for the University of Louisville. This can be inferred from the question, which asks for the player who has not been an All-American. The other three players mentioned in the question, Reece Gaines, Darrell Griffith, and Junior Bridgeman, have all been All-Americans for the University of Louisville.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Who was the top rebounder from the University of Louisville during the 1950's?
- A.
Fred Sawyer
- B.
Vlad Gastevich
- C.
Charlie Tyra
- D.
Jerry DuPont
Correct Answer
C. Charlie TyraExplanation
Charlie Tyra was the top rebounder from the University of Louisville during the 1950s. This can be inferred from the information provided in the question.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Which of these Louisville greats had his number 35 retired?
- A.
Darrell Griffith
- B.
Charlie Tyra
- C.
Wes Unseld
- D.
Pervis Ellison
Correct Answer
A. Darrell GriffithExplanation
Darrell Griffith had his number 35 retired by Louisville.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Which player led Syracuse to the 1965 Final Four and went on to a lengthy and successful NBA career?
- A.
Jim Boeheim
- B.
Roosevelt Bouie
- C.
Jim Lee
- D.
Dave Bing
Correct Answer
D. Dave BingExplanation
Dave Bing is the correct answer because he led Syracuse to the 1965 Final Four and went on to have a successful NBA career. Bing played for Syracuse University from 1963 to 1966 and helped lead the team to the Final Four in 1965. After college, he was selected as the second overall pick in the 1966 NBA Draft and had a successful career playing for the Detroit Pistons and Washington Bullets. Bing was a seven-time NBA All-Star and was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1990.Rate this question:
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- 22.
What was the nickname of the 1975 Syracuse squad featuring guards Jim Lee and Rudy Hackett?
- A.
The Big Boy's
- B.
The Fantastic Five
- C.
The Impossibles
- D.
Roy's Runts
Correct Answer
D. Roy's RuntsExplanation
The nickname of the 1975 Syracuse squad featuring guards Jim Lee and Rudy Hackett was Roy's Runts.Rate this question:
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- 23.
Which school did Washington beat three times in the 2003-04 season?
- A.
Arizona
- B.
Oregon State
- C.
USC
- D.
San Diego State
Correct Answer
A. ArizonaExplanation
In the 2003-04 season, Washington beat Arizona three times.Rate this question:
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- 24.
Which team did Butler beat in the opening round of the 2008 NCAA tournament?
- A.
Georgia Tech
- B.
South Alabama
- C.
Michigan
- D.
Cleveland State
Correct Answer
B. South AlabamaExplanation
Butler beat South Alabama in the opening round of the 2008 NCAA tournament.Rate this question:
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- 25.
Who had over 10 points per game with Xavier every year from 2000-01 to 2003-04?
- A.
Romain Sato
- B.
David West
- C.
Lionel Chalmers
- D.
Dedrick Finn
Correct Answer
A. Romain SatoExplanation
Romain Sato is the correct answer because he was the only player who had over 10 points per game with Xavier every year from 2000-01 to 2003-04. This means that he consistently performed at a high level and was a key contributor to the team's offense during those years. The other players mentioned may have had successful seasons or individual games, but they did not achieve the same level of consistency as Sato.Rate this question:
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- 26.
Arizona State lost to which team in the 2008 NIT Quarterfinals?
- A.
Auburn
- B.
Southern Illinois
- C.
Princeton
- D.
Florida
Correct Answer
D. FloridaExplanation
In the 2008 NIT Quarterfinals, Arizona State lost to Florida.Rate this question:
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- 27.
Which then-#1 team did Florida State beat in January 2002?
- A.
Maryland
- B.
Wofford
- C.
Michigan
- D.
Duke
Correct Answer
D. DukeExplanation
Florida State beat Duke in January 2002.Rate this question:
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- 28.
Which of these years did Missouri lose its first round Big 12 Tournament game?
- A.
2002
- B.
2006
- C.
2003
- D.
2005
Correct Answer
B. 2006Explanation
In 2006, Missouri lost its first round Big 12 Tournament game.Rate this question:
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- 29.
Purdue's 2007 NCAA Tournament appearance was their first since what year?
- A.
2001
- B.
1995
- C.
1980
- D.
2003
Correct Answer
D. 2003Explanation
Purdue's 2007 NCAA Tournament appearance was their first since the year 2003. This means that the team had not qualified for the tournament in the years 2004, 2005, and 2006. It is likely that the team had a period of rebuilding or underperformance during those years, which prevented them from making it to the tournament. However, in 2007, they were able to regain their competitive edge and secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament once again.Rate this question:
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- 30.
Which school did Pittsburgh play in both the 2002 and 2006 NCAA Tournaments?
- A.
Kent State
- B.
California
- C.
Arkansas-Pine Bluff
- D.
UCLA
Correct Answer
A. Kent StateExplanation
Pittsburgh played against Kent State in both the 2002 and 2006 NCAA Tournaments.Rate this question:
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