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How many seconds does a team have to advance the ball past half-court in a game of basketball?

A. 8 seconds

B. 12 seconds

C. 24 seconds

D. 30 seconds

Correct Answer :

A. 8 seconds


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What is the term for a defensive strategy where players guard specific areas rather than specific opponents?

A. Zone defense

B. Man-to-man defense

C. Full-court press

D. Trap defense

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What is the term for a shot that bounces off the backboard and into the basket?

A. Bank shot

B. Jump shot

C. Layup

D. Dunk

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What is the term for a pass where the ball is thrown off the backboard and a teammate catches it mid-air for a score?

A. Lob pass

B. Outlet pass

C. Alley-oop

D. Chest pass

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What is the violation called when a player takes too many steps without dribbling the ball?

A. Carry

B. Travel

C. Double dribble

D. Palming

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What is the term for a shot attempt made while a player is fouled and the ball goes in the basket?

A. And-one

B. Slam dunk

C. Alley-oop

D. Bank shot

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Who is the all-time leading scorer in NBA history?

A. LeBron James

B. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

C. Michael Jordan

D. Kobe Bryant

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Who is known as The Admiral in the world of basketball?

A. Tim Duncan

B. Shaquille O'Neal

C. Hakeem Olajuwon

D. David Robinson

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How long is a standard NBA basketball game (excluding overtime)?

A. 30 minutes

B. 48 minutes

C. 60 minutes

D. 90 minutes

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What is the term for a defensive tactic where a player tries to steal the ball from the dribbler?

A. Double team

B. Pick and roll

C. Press

D. Reach-in

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Which country has won the most Olympic gold medals in basketball?

A. United States

B. Spain

C. Argentina

D. Australia

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How high is the regulation basketball hoop from the floor?

A. 8 feet

B. 9 feet

C. 10 feet

D. 11 feet

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What is the term for the area near the basket where offensive players try to score points?

A. Perimeter

B. Key

C. Paint

D. Arch

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Which player holds the record for the most assists in a single NBA game with 30 assists?

A. Magic Johnson

B. John Stockton

C. Chris Paul

D. Scott Skiles

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Which NBA team won the most championships in the 1980s?

A. Los Angeles Lakers

B. Boston Celtics

C. Detroit Pistons

D. Chicago Bulls

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Who is known as The Logo of the NBA?

A. Jerry West

B. Larry Bird

C. Michael Jordan

D. Kobe Bryant

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What is the term for a shot attempt where the player jumps, twists in the air, and releases the ball before landing?

A. Fadeaway

B. Hook shot

C. Turnaround jumper

D. Eurostep

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Who is known as The Answer in the world of basketball?

A. Allen Iverson

B. Dwyane Wade

C. Ray Allen

D. Reggie Miller

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What is the term for a shot that hits the rim and bounces off without going in?

A. Airball

B. Swish

C. Bank shot

D. Dunk

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What is the term for a shot where the player jumps, catches the ball in mid-air, and dunks it into the basket?

A. Layup

B. Slam dunk

C. Hook shot

D. Jump shot

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How many points is a three-point field goal worth in basketball?

A. 1 point

B. 2 points

C. 3 points

D. 4 points

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What is the term for a defensive tactic where a player guards a specific opponent throughout the game?

A. Zone defense

B. Man-to-man defense

C. Full-court press

D. Trap defense

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How many free throws is a player awarded after being fouled on a three-point attempt?

A. 1

B. 2

C. 3

D. 4

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How many seconds does a team have to advance the ball past half-court in a game of basketball?

A. 8 seconds

B. 12 seconds

C. 24 seconds

D. 30 seconds

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Which NBA player holds the record for the most points scored in a single game with 100 points?

A. Wilt Chamberlain

B. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

C. Michael Jordan

D. Kobe Bryant

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How many points is a field goal worth if it's made from beyond the half-court line?

A. 2 points

B. 3 points

C. 4 points

D. 5 points

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What is the standard height of a basketball hoop in the NBA?

A. 9 feet

B. 10 feet

C. 11 feet

D. 12 feet

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Which player position is often responsible for setting up plays and distributing the ball to teammates?

A. Point guard

B. Shooting guard

C. Power forward

D. Center

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Which NBA team won the most championships in the 1990s?

A. Chicago Bulls

B. Los Angeles Lakers

C. Boston Celtics

D. San Antonio Spurs

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What is the term for a pass where the ball is bounced off the floor to a teammate?

A. Chest pass

B. Bounce pass

C. Overhead pass

D. No-look pass

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What is the term for a player who primarily plays close to the basket and is responsible for scoring points in the paint?

A. Point guard

B. Shooting guard

C. Small forward

D. Center