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When a player jumps and forcefully puts the ball through the hoop with one or both hands, what is that move called?
A dunk (or slam dunk).
What piece of equipment do referees use to start or stop play with a loud sound?
A whistle.
During a jump shot, if the shooter’s toe is on the three-point line, how many points does the basket count for?
Two points
How many quarters are played in an NBA game, and how long is each one?
Four quarters, 12 minutes each.
What do we call the flat, rectangular board the hoop is attached to?
The backboard.
What is the line called that divides the court into two equal halves?
The half-court line
Which superstar was famously nicknamed “Air” because of his high-flying dunks?
Michael Jordan.
Which NBA team has won the most championships in league history?
The Boston Celtics (17 titles).
What do the letters “NBA” stand for?
National Basketball Association.
If the ball goes out of bounds after touching your team last, who gets the ball next?
The other team
How many points is a successful free throw worth?
1 point
How many personal fouls does an NBA player get before they must leave (foul out) of the game?
6 fouls
Which position usually brings the ball up the court and sets up plays?
point guard
What color is the NBA game ball?
Orange
What do we call the big jump at the very start of the game when the referee tosses the ball up?
The tip off (jump ball)
A basket made from behind the arc is worth how many points?
Three points
Which player is nicknamed “King James”?
LeBron James.
If you take more than two steps without dribbling, what violation is called?
Traveling
Which NBA team plays its home games at Madison Square Garden?
The New York Knicks.
What is the name of the line you stand behind to try a free throw?
The free-throw line
How many players from one team are on the court at the same time during a regular basketball game?
5
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