General Knowledge Quiz on NBA: Find Out Who Holds the Record, Stats, Awards, and Championships

The NBA is more than just a basketball league as its craze is all around the world. From buzzer-beating shots to game-changing dunks, the NBA has given everyone some of the most unforgettable moments and legendary players. But, how much do you actually know about NBA? Can you name the team that won the most championship titles or do you know who holds the record for scoring the most points in a single game? What about the current stars and statistics of the NBA? The game has taken a place in every household and despite of the age, everyone around the world watches the game. From Lakers to Halls, every team brings in a game worth watching. 

If you’re a die-hard fan or someone who is just curious to learn more about this fascinating game, this simple quiz will test your general knowledge of the game. 

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1. Which player is known as "King James"?

A) Kobe Bryant

B) LeBron James

C) Stephen Curry

D) Kevin Durant

Ans: B) LeBron James

Explanation: LeBron James is given this nickname because of his leadership skills and consistent performance. 

2. Which team has successfully picked up the highest number of NBA titles? 

A) Chicago Bulls

B) Boston Celtics

C) Los Angeles Lakers

D) Golden State Warriors

Ans: B) Boston Celtics

Explanation: According to the NBA website, the Boston Celtics have a total of 18 NBA titles till year 2025. 

3. What is the full form of NBA? 

A) National Basketball Association

B) National Basket Authority

C) National Ball Association

D) New Basketball Association

Ans: A) National Basketball Association

Explanation: The NBA website states: “The National Basketball Association, or NBA, is a professional basketball league comprised of 30 teams across North America featuring the best basketball players in the world.”

4. Which of the following players has the highest NBA points? 

A) Michael Jordan

B) Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

C) LeBron James

D) Kobe Bryant

Ans: C) LeBron James

Explanation: According to the NBA website, LeBron James carries the highest NBA points surpassing Michael Jordan.

5. Which player was famous for the number 23 jersey for Chicago Bulls?

A) Scottie Pippen

B) Michael Jordan 

C) Shaquille O’Neal

D) Larry Bird

Ans: B) Michael Jordan

Explanation: When playing for Chicago Bulls, Michael Jordan’s infamous jersey number 23 gained a lot of popularity. 

6. In which year was the NBA found? 

A) 1946

B) 1929

C) 1954

D)  1967

Ans: A) 1946

Explanation: The NBA was founded on June 6, 1946 and it was originally called BAA (Basketball Association of America). The NBA website mentions: "The NBA is a 77-year-old organization born from innovation. It was June 1946 in New York City when Boston Garden owner Walter Brown realized that major ice hockey arenas, which were vacant most nights, could be used to host basketball games.”

7. Which famous NBA team is based in Toronto, Canada? 

A) Toronto Tigers

B) Vancouver Grizzlies

C) Toronto Raptors

D) Montreal Hawks

Ans: C) Toronto Raptors

Explanation: The Toronto Raptors are known to be the only Canadian team in NBA history and they won their first title in the year 2019. 

8. Which player was given the name “The Greek Freak”?

A) Luka Dončić

B) Dirk Nowitzki

C) Giannis Antetokounmpo

D) Nikola Jokić

Ans: C) Giannis Antetokounmpo

Explanation: Giannis hails from Greece and he is known for his athleticism which earned him the nickname “The Greek Freak.”

9. How many players are present on the court from each team during a game? 

A) 5 players

B) 6 Players

C) 7 Players

D) 4 players

Ans: A) 5 players

Explanation: Each NBA team has 5 players on the court when an NBA game is in session. The NBA website mentions: “Each team shall consist of five players.”

10. What is the meaning of triple-double in terms of basketball?

A) A player scores 30 points in a single game

B) A player fouls out

C) A player achieves double digits in three stats

D) A player plays for three quarters 

Ans: C) A player achieves double digits in three stats

Explanation: A triple-double digit is considered in a game of basketball when a player achieves atleast 10 points in three different categories.

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