The 15 quiz questions
Question 1 : How many NBA titles did Michael Jordan win with the Chicago Bulls?
Possible answers:
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
Explanation: Michael Jordan won 6 NBA championships with the Bulls: 1991, 1992, 1993, then 1996, 1997, 1998, achieving two historic "three-peats".
Question 2 : Which player holds the record for the most career points scored in the NBA?
Possible answers:
- Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
- Kobe Bryant
- LeBron James
- Karl Malone
Explanation: LeBron James surpassed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in February 2023 to become the NBA's all-time leading scorer with over 40,000 points.
Question 3 : Which NBA team has won the most championships in history?
Possible answers:
- Chicago Bulls
- Golden State Warriors
- Los Angeles Lakers
- Boston Celtics
Explanation: The Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers are tied with 17 titles each, but the Celtics long dominated this ranking alone.
Question 4 : Which Lakers player won 5 NBA titles and scored 81 points in a single game in 2006?
Possible answers:
- Magic Johnson
- Kobe Bryant
- Shaquille O'Neal
- Tim Duncan
Explanation: Kobe Bryant (1978-2020) played his entire career with the LA Lakers. His 81 points against Toronto in 2006 remain the 2nd-best performance in NBA history.
Question 5 : In what year did Kobe Bryant score 81 points in a single game?
Possible answers:
- 2004
- 2006
- 2008
- 2010
Explanation: On January 22, 2006, Kobe Bryant scored 81 points against the Toronto Raptors, the 2nd highest total in history after Wilt Chamberlain's 100 points.
Question 6 : Which player has won the most regular season MVP titles?
Possible answers:
- Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
- Michael Jordan
- LeBron James
- Bill Russell
Explanation: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar holds the record with 6 MVP trophies (1971, 1972, 1974, 1976, 1977, 1980), ahead of Michael Jordan and Bill Russell (5 each).
Question 7 : What is Shaquille O'Neal's height?
Possible answers:
- 2,06 m
- 2,11 m
- 2,16 m
- 2,21 m
Explanation: Shaquille O'Neal stands at 2.16 m (7'1") and weighed about 147 kg during his career, making him one of the most physically dominant players.
Question 8 : What jersey number did Magic Johnson wear for the Lakers?
Possible answers:
- 23
- 32
- 33
- 34
Explanation: Magic Johnson wore number 32 throughout his career with the Los Angeles Lakers (1979-1991, 1996). This number was retired by the franchise.
Question 9 : How many NBA championships has Stephen Curry won with the Golden State Warriors?
Possible answers:
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
Explanation: Stephen Curry has won 4 NBA titles with the Warriors: 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2022, becoming the greatest shooter in league history.
Question 10 : Which Nigerian center for the Houston Rockets was nicknamed "The Dream"?
Possible answers:
- Patrick Ewing
- David Robinson
- Dikembe Mutombo
- Hakeem Olajuwon
Explanation: Hakeem Olajuwon, born in Nigeria, led the Houston Rockets to two consecutive NBA titles in 1994 and 1995. His legendary footwork is considered the best in history.
Question 11 : In which city is the Spurs franchise located?
Possible answers:
- Austin
- Dallas
- San Antonio
- Houston
Explanation: The San Antonio Spurs are based in Texas and have won 5 NBA titles (1999, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2014) under Gregg Popovich's leadership.
Question 12 : Which French player was selected 1st overall in the 2023 NBA Draft?
Possible answers:
- Evan Fournier
- Victor Wembanyama
- Rudy Gobert
- Nicolas Batum
Explanation: Victor Wembanyama, standing at 2.24 m, was selected 1st by the San Antonio Spurs in 2023, becoming the 2nd French player drafted 1st overall.
Question 13 : Which player holds the record for most rebounds in a single NBA game?
Possible answers:
- Wilt Chamberlain
- Dennis Rodman
- Bill Russell
- Shaquille O'Neal
Explanation: Wilt Chamberlain grabbed 55 rebounds on November 24, 1960 against the Boston Celtics, a record that seems unreachable in modern basketball.
Question 14 : Which iconic duo formed the "Splash Brothers" at the Warriors?
Possible answers:
- Thompson & Green
- Curry & Thompson
- Curry & Durant
- Curry & Green
Explanation: Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson have formed the "Splash Brothers" since 2011, nicknamed for their ability to make the net "splash" with their 3-pointers.
Question 15 : How many All-Star selections does LeBron James have in his career?
Possible answers:
- 15
- 17
- 18
- 20
Explanation: LeBron James has been selected to the All-Star Game 20 times (from 2005 to 2024), an absolute record in NBA history.
