answersLogoWhite

0

Basketball

The game of basketball, including positions, basketball hoop sizes, and court sizes. Includes all levels of basketball.

10,661 Questions

What is the World record for consecutive slam dunks?

12' high by Michael "Wild Thing" Wilson formerly of the Harlem Globetrotters.

and

12' Dwight Howard on the The Slam Dunk Contest 2009

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/02/14/slam-dunk-contest-2009_n_166997.html

video 6

12' Robertas Javtokas on the Lithuanian Slam Dunk Contest 2001

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kvYgYijGCtY&fmt=18

How many NBA championships do the atlanta hawks have?

The Atlanta Hawks has 1 NBA championship (1958) and 4 conference titles. The franchise was formed in 1946 as the National Basketball League's Buffalo Bisons. On May 2, 2010, the Hawks defeated the Milwaukee Bucks in game seven of the series, advancing to the 2nd round against the Orlando Magic. However, like the previous year, after winning a hard-fought 7th game, they succumbed in a four game sweep. Joe Johnson dissed the fans here after rightly booing his poor, lazy, and selfish performance. They have yet to advance past the Conference Semifinals since moving to Atlanta in 1968.

Where was Doris Miller buried?

Doris Miller suposedly perished in the Pacific Ocean, while serving aboard the USS Liscome Bay. Located in the "DORIS MILLER CEMETERY," in Waco, Texas, a military tomstone, located at the entrance way, stand to his remembrance. It in inside of this cemetery where Doris Miler's father (Mr. Conery Miller Sr.), his mother (Mrs. Henrietta Miller), and two of his brothers (Arthur James Miller and Conery Miller Jr.) are also buried. Doris's oldest brother, Selvia Miller, is buried in "Fairview Cemetary," in Midland, Texas. Also, located on the far wall, inside of the "DORIS MILLER CEMETARY," a wall plaque hangs in recognition to the war hero, my uncle, Doris Miller. Please visit my website for more information. www.tiptopwebsite.com/southey; where you will learn of the many informative books I've written about Doris Miller. For further interest, email me at vickiegailmiller97@hotmail.com or another_chance@live.com.

What was the first ball used in basketball?

A soccer ball, according to http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Basketball#Early_basketball. A soccer ball was used to play the first basketball game.

Who are the all-time leading scorer Boston Celtics history?

5. Kevin McHale: 17,335 points

4. Robert Parish: 18,245 points

3. Paul Pierce: 19,680 points and counting

2. Larry Bird: 21.791 points

1. John Havlicek: 26,395 points

By THEjumpman99

Are you too short to play basketball?

No one is ever too short to play basketball. Some of the shortest players were Muggsy Bogues who was 5'3" and played in the NBA for 14 seasons. Spudd Webb was 5'7" and played for 12 seasons. He also won the Slam Dunk title over his 6'8" teammate, Dominique Wilkins. Currently Nate Robinson is the shortest player in the NBA at 5'9". He has won three Slam Dunk titles including an astounding victory over the 6'11" center Dwight Howard. So to answer your question, no your never too short to play basketball, you may have to work harder, but your never too short.

How tall is reggie Jackson?

Reggie Jackson is 71 years old (birthdate: May 18, 1946).

Why is a basketball round?

People designed the ball like that because maybe they wanted the ball to bounce (to be bouncy).

Or because they were board and wanted something round to throw at their friend and called it a ball

Basketball player with number 12?

John Stockton. The best point guard in NBA history!

What is the names of the Harlem Globetrotters players?

Tommy Brookings, William Grant, Inman Jackson, Lester Johnson, Joe Lillard, Randolph Ramsey, Walter Wright, and William Watson were the first players. The team was formed from players at Wendell Phillips High School in Chicago, Illinois and was originally called The Savoy Big 5. are any of them still living today in year 2009?

How high is the basketball rim?

Height of a Basketball Rim
  • The official amateur, professional, and international rim height is ten feet (120") above the playing floor to the top of the rim.
  • Unofficially, it can be set at any height that is wanted, to achieve a desired utility for the participant(s).

How long has basketball been around?

The NBA began in 1946. In 2012 they would have been in existence for 66 years. The NBA began with 17 teams.

Nba players with 3 championship rings?

Robert Horry ... 2 with the Rockets, 3 with the Lakers, 2 with the Spurs. Along with Horry, John Salley also won 4 rings with 3 different teams, 2 with the Pistons, 1 with Chicago and 1 with Lakers.

Can you Play college basketball with a GED?

NO!!! to play basketball in college you must get accepted to the school which for all (non community colleges) requires a GED

How much do basketball players earn in the English Basketball League?

Not alot, sadly, The funding in Basketball isn't that big in this country, the average you can earn is £500, so, yeah, if you want to earn thousands, go to Spain or a Turkish Airlines country like Turkey, Italy or Greece, those Country pay alot for Basketball.

Want to earn as much as NBA Players do, go to Australasia or Canada, those leagues pay alot.

Who is the fastest team in the NBA?

The Boston Celtics because they have 17 playoffs trophies

The Los Angeles Lakers because they not only have the best all-time winning percentage, but they also have 16 NBA championships, behind The Boston Celtics who have 17.

Who was the first NBA player with a tattoo?

I Dont know but Patrick Ewing had the biggest tattoo on his penis.........covering a span of 22 inches long and 24 inches wide.

Who is the best female basketball player?

Some of the most famous female basketball players are: Carol Blazejowski

Cheryl Miller

Lisa Leslie

Teresa Edwards

Anne Meyers

Nancy Lieberman

Anne Donovan

Chamique Holdsclaw

Lynette Woodard

Sheryll Swoopes

Angie Paccione Candace Parker
Michael Jordan is a very famous basketball player.

Who was the first great basketball player?

The first basketball game in history was played in the year 1892 in Springfield, Massachusetts. Although there were two teams of 18 players, the first player in history is not known. However, William R. Chase was the first player to score a goal in the history of basketball. It was the winning goal of the first game ever, a game that ended with a score of 1-0.

Who is the tallest NBA player for 2008 and 2009?

1. Manute Bol Born in: Sudan Years Played: 1985-1995 NBA Position: Center Height: 7'7" barefoot or 2.31 m Weight: 230 lbs. or 104.5 kg

2. Gheorghe Muresan Born in: RomaniaYears Played: 1993 - 2000 NBA Position: CenterHeight: 7'7" barefoot or 2.31 m Weight: 303 lbs. or 137.73 kg

3. Shawn Bradley Born in: Germany Years Played: 1993 - 2005 NBA Position: Center Height: 7'6" barefoot or 2.29 m Weight: 280 lbs. or 127.27 kg