1.
Which Denver Nuggets coach was forced to resign in 2001 after yelling at a fan?
Correct Answer
C. Dan Issel
Explanation
Dan Issel was forced to resign as the Denver Nuggets coach in 2001 after yelling at a fan. This incident likely violated the code of conduct expected from a coach, as it is important for coaches to maintain professionalism and respect towards fans, regardless of any provocation. The team management may have considered Issel's behavior unacceptable, leading to his resignation.
2.
What was the name of Denver Nuggets Allen Iverson's program that gave tickets to local kids?
Correct Answer
A. Crossover Crew
Explanation
Allen Iverson's program that gave tickets to local kids was called the Crossover Crew.
3.
Which award did Denver Nugget Marcus Camby not win in his final year at UMass?
Correct Answer
A. Final Four MVP
Explanation
In his final year at UMass, Marcus Camby won the Naismith Award, Player of the Year, and Wooden Award. However, he did not win the Final Four MVP award.
4.
The Denver Nuggets finished first in the ABA for the first time in which season?
Correct Answer
D. 1974-75
Explanation
The correct answer is 1974-75. This was the season in which the Denver Nuggets finished first in the ABA for the first time.
5.
Denver Nuggets Nene missed 81 games of the 2005-06 season due to what?
Correct Answer
C. Torn ACL
Explanation
Nene missed 81 games of the 2005-06 season due to a torn ACL. The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a crucial ligament in the knee that helps stabilize the joint. When it is torn, it can result in significant pain, instability, and limited mobility, which would explain why Nene was unable to play for such a long period of time.
6.
When Denver Nuggets LaPhonso Ellis appeared on TV411 "SportsSmarts", what type of tips did he give?
Correct Answer
B. Math
Explanation
LaPhonso Ellis, when appearing on TV411 "SportsSmarts," gave tips related to math. This suggests that he provided insights or strategies related to mathematical concepts in the context of sports, such as statistics, calculations, or strategic thinking.
7.
Which basketball league were the Denver Rockets, predecessor to the Denver Nuggets, a part of?
Correct Answer
B. ABA
Explanation
The correct answer is ABA. The Denver Rockets were a part of the American Basketball Association (ABA) before they became the Denver Nuggets. The ABA was a professional basketball league that existed from 1967 to 1976 and was known for its fast-paced and high-scoring style of play. The Denver Rockets joined the ABA in 1967 and changed their name to the Denver Nuggets in 1974 when they joined the NBA after the ABA-NBA merger.
8.
The ABA Denver Rockets changed their name because which city had an NBA team with that name?
Correct Answer
C. Houston
Explanation
The ABA Denver Rockets changed their name to Houston because Houston had an NBA team with the same name.
9.
Denver Nuggets Carmelo Anthony was named MVP of what in 2005?
Correct Answer
C. Rookie Challenge
Explanation
In 2005, Denver Nuggets' Carmelo Anthony was named MVP of the Rookie Challenge. The Rookie Challenge is an exhibition basketball game held during the NBA All-Star Weekend, where the league's top first-year players compete against each other. Anthony's exceptional performance in the game earned him the Most Valuable Player title.
10.
Which Denver Nugget outscored the Houston Rockets 22-21 in one quarter of a 2004 game?
Correct Answer
A. Carmelo Anthony
Explanation
Carmelo Anthony is the correct answer because he outscored the Houston Rockets by one point in one quarter of a game in 2004. This means that Anthony scored 22 points while the Rockets scored 21 points in that particular quarter.
11.
In which year did Denver's NBA franchise change from the Rockets to the Nuggets?
Correct Answer
B. 1974
Explanation
In 1974, Denver's NBA franchise changed from the Rockets to the Nuggets. This indicates that the team underwent a rebranding or ownership change during that year.
12.
In 2004, the Denver Nuggets signed Carmelo Anthony after how many years of college?
Correct Answer
B. One
Explanation
Carmelo Anthony was signed by the Denver Nuggets in 2004 after only one year of college. This suggests that he entered the NBA draft after completing his freshman year in college.
13.
Which Denver Nuggets basketball player has appeared in videos for rappers Nelly and Ludacris?
Correct Answer
B. Jalen Rose
Explanation
Jalen Rose is the correct answer because he has appeared in videos for rappers Nelly and Ludacris. This suggests that Jalen Rose has a connection to the music industry and has been involved in music video collaborations with these artists.
14.
Upon joining the NBA, the Denver Nuggets first won how many games in a row?
Correct Answer
C. Eight
Explanation
The Denver Nuggets won eight games in a row upon joining the NBA.
15.
Which Denver Nuggets player was on the covers of "NBA Live 2005" and "March Madness 2004"?
Correct Answer
A. Carmelo Anthony
Explanation
Carmelo Anthony was on the covers of "NBA Live 2005" and "March Madness 2004".