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basketball trivia

QuestionAnswer
What occurs at the start of a basketball game to determine who gets the ball first? jump ball or tip off
What is it called when a defensive player interferes with a shot while it's on the way down toward the basket? goaltending
What is it called if the offense has brought the ball across the mid-court line, but go back across the line during possession and turns it over to the other team? backcourt violation
What is it called when two or more opposing players will gain possession of the ball at the same time? held ball or jump ball
What is it called when a player dribbles the ball with his hand too far to the side of or, sometimes, even under the ball? Carrying/palming
What is it called when a player Takes more than 'a step and a half' without dribbling the ball or Moving your pivot foot once you've stopped dribbling? Walking/Traveling
What is it called when a player dribbles the ball with both hands on the ball at the same time or picking up the dribble and then dribbling again? Double Dribble
What is an offensive foul that is committed when a player pushes or runs over a defensive player Charging
What is illegal personal contact resulting from a defender not establishing position in time to prevent an opponent's drive to the basket? Blocking
What is violent contact with an opponent. This includes hitting, kicking, and punching. This type of foul results in free throws plus the offense retaining possession of the ball after the free throws. Flagrant foul
What kind of foul can be committed by a player or coach and usually involves bad manners or arguing with the referee? technical foul
What call is a referee calling if he places both hands on his hip? blocking foul
What call is a referee calling if he places his left extended fingers to his right palm in the shape of a "T"? a technical foul
In 2014, how many teams are in the NBA? 30
In 2014, how many NBA teams are located in Canada? 1
In professional basketball, what does the abbreviation NBA stand for? National Basketball Association
What is the shape of a basketball court in the NBA? rectangle
What is the standard length of an NBA basketball court? 94 feet
What is the standard width of an NBA basketball court? 50 feet
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