Basketball MCQ Question with Answer

Basketball MCQ with detailed explanation for interview, entrance and competitive exams. Explanation are given for understanding.

Question No : 22
What is the term for a defensive tactic where a player guards a specific opponent throughout the game?

Zone defense

Man-to-man defense

Full-court press

Trap defense

Question No : 23
What is the term for a shot attempt where the player jumps, twists in the air, and releases the ball before landing?

Fadeaway

Hook shot

Turnaround jumper

Eurostep

Question No : 24
Who is known as The Admiral in the world of basketball?

Tim Duncan

Shaquille O'Neal

Hakeem Olajuwon

David Robinson

Question No : 25
Which NBA team won the most championships in the 1990s?

Chicago Bulls

Los Angeles Lakers

Boston Celtics

San Antonio Spurs

Question No : 26
How long is a standard NBA basketball game (excluding overtime)?

30 minutes

48 minutes

60 minutes

90 minutes

Question No : 27
How many seconds does a team have to advance the ball past half-court in a game of basketball?

8 seconds

12 seconds

24 seconds

30 seconds

Question No : 28
What is the term for a shot attempt where the ball is released just before the player lands on the floor?

Floater

Step-back

Runner

Finger roll