NBA Trivia Quiz

Rhode Island had a basketball team in 1946. What was its name?

• The Providence Steamrollers
• The Providence Steam Trains
• The Providence Tanks
• The Providence Stars and Stripes

Muggsy Bones is something of a folk hero due to his 14 year career and his height (5'3). He developed a reputation as a decent passer and defensive threat. Which round pick was Muggsy Bones?

• 2nd Round Pick
• 4th Round Pick
• 3rd Round Pick
• 1st Round Pick

Robert Parish is easily one of the greatest centers to ever play the game. A seven-footer, he won four championship rings (three with the Boston Celtics, one with the Chicago Bulls) and played in nine All-Star games during his 21-year career. However, his career average was surprisingly average, considering his position. What was his career average points?

• 13
• 11
• 14.5
• 5.6

Which of these NBA players never played a single game for the team that drafted them?

• Koby Bryant
• Tim Duncan
• Chris Webber
• Scottie Pippen

In 1996-1997, the Phoenix Suns lost 13 games in a row. However, after the acquisition of point guard Jason Kidd, the Suns began an impressive winning streak. How many wins in a row did the Suns achieve?

• 10
• 5
• 7
• 100

How did Richard Hamilton get the name "Rip"?

• Because of ripping the court.
• Because of ripped diapers.
• Because of ripping off salesmen.
• Because of his shredding skills

Who has averaged a triple double for one season?

• Oscar Robertson
• Michael Jordan
• Shaqille O'neil
• Dikembe Mutombo

Which player was fined for wearing his own shoes to a game?

• Kobe Bryant
• Lebron James
• Michael Jordan
• Scottie Pippen

Which player holds the most records for assists in a game?

• John Stockton
• Tim Duncan
• Oscar Robertson
• Scott Skiles

Who was the tallest player to compete in the NBA?

• Gheorge Muresan
• Yao Ming
• Dikembe Mutombo
• Shaquille O'neal