In basketball, "c" is an abbreviation for the center position. The center is typically the tallest player on the team and plays close to the basket. They are responsible for rebounding, defending the paint, and often serve as an offensive target for scoring inside.

The Orlando Magic basketball team is sponsored by various corporate partners. Some of their key sponsors include Walt Disney World Resort, FanDuel, AdventHealth, and PepsiCo.

No, Pete Maravich never signed a million dollar contract during his playing career. He played in the NBA from 1970 to 1980, a time when player salaries were much lower compared to today's NBA. At the peak of his career, Maravich was earning around $300,000 per season.

Bob Cousy won 6 NBA championship rings during his career.

Larry Bird won the first NBA Three-Point Shootout in 1986.

Yes, there have been several Colombian players who have played in the NBA. One notable example is NBA player Greivis Vásquez, who played for the New Orleans Hornets, Memphis Grizzlies, Sacramento Kings, Toronto Raptors, and Brooklyn Nets during his career.

James Naismith is considered the Father of basketball. He was a Canadian physical education instructor who invented the sport in December 1891. Naismith wrote the original basketball rules and established the foundation for the game that is played today.

Yes, Steven Naismith is married. He tied the knot with Moya Farrell in 2010.

1. Tyrone "Muggsy" Bogues: Standing at 5 feet 3 inches (1.60 meters), Bogues is the shortest player to have ever played in the NBA. Despite his height, he had an impressive career and was known for his lightning-fast speed and exceptional passing skills.

2. Earl Boykins: Boykins was another NBA player who defied height expectations, standing at only 5 feet 5 inches (1.65 meters). Despite his small stature, Boykins had a successful career spanning over a decade, known for his quickness and ability to score against taller opponents.

3. Spud Webb: Standing at 5 feet 7 inches (1.70 meters), Webb is another notable short NBA player. He became famous for his incredible leaping ability, winning the NBA Slam Dunk Contest in 1986 despite his height disadvantage. Webb's athleticism and determination made him a standout player during his career.

The shortest player to win the NBA MVP award is Allen Iverson, who is listed at 6 feet tall. He won the award during the 2000-2001 season while playing for the Philadelphia 76ers.

The name of the only Hispanic basketball player on the Texas Western team in 1966 was David Lattin.

The top 10 oldest retired NBA players are:

1. Nat Hickey (born 1902, retired in 1948)
2. Bob Davies (born 1920, retired in 1955)
3. Jim Pollard (born 1922, retired in 1955)
4. Paul Arizin (born 1928, retired in 1962)
5. Slater Martin (born 1925, retired in 1960)
6. Vern Mikkelsen (born 1928, retired in 1959)
7. Larry Costello (born 1931, retired in 1968)
8. Tom Heinsohn (born 1934, retired in 1965)
9. Ed Macauley (born 1928, retired in 1959)
10. Red Rocha (born 1923, retired in 1957)

Manute Bol is widely regarded as having the highest standing reach of all time in the NBA. Standing at 7 feet 7 inches tall, Bol had a standing reach of approximately 10 feet 6 inches. His exceptional wingspan and long arms allowed him to block shots and alter the game defensively.

The NBA team with the highest free throw percentage for a season is the Golden State Warriors. They achieved a free throw percentage of 91.61% during the 2015-2016 season.

The ABA, or Applied Behavior Analysis, is a scientific approach to understanding behavior and how it can be modified. It is often used in the fields of education and therapy to help individuals with autism and other developmental disorders. ABA focuses on the principles of behavior and uses techniques such as reinforcement and shaping to teach new skills and reduce problem behavior.

As of 2021, the player with the most NBA championship rings on the LA Lakers is Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, who won a total of 5 championships with the team (1971, 1980, 1982, 1985, and 1987).

The Los Angeles Lakers won the 2009 NBA Finals. They defeated the Orlando Magic in a five-game series to capture their 15th NBA championship. Kobe Bryant was named the Finals MVP.

The only NBA player to have his first and last name on his jersey is Pervis Ellison.

Ken Howard, who played Coach Ken Reeves on the TV show "The White Shadow," did not actually play in the NBA. He was a professional actor, not a professional basketball player.

Manute Bol made 6 three-pointers in a single game on April 12, 1993, while playing for the Golden State Warriors. This is the most three-pointers Bol made in a single game during his NBA career, and it remains a record for a player listed at 7 feet 7 inches tall.

The skyhook is a signature move invented and made famous by Kareem Abdul Jabbar. It involves the shooter extending their arm and releasing the ball in a sweeping motion, aiming to shoot the ball over their defender's reach. The skyhook is known for being nearly impossible to block and was a major factor in Abdul Jabbar becoming the NBA's all-time leading scorer.

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Boone Trail High School and Angier High, both of North Carolina, hold the record for most overtimes in a single game. The 2 teams played 13 extra frames before Boone Trail could pull out a 56-54 victory. Source: trivia library

Bird played on three National Basketball Association championship teams -- the 1980-81, 1983-84 and 1985-86 Boston Celtics.

As stated, no. The ball would be considered out of play.