The Ultimate NBA Trivia: Houston Rockets! Quiz
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To support the family, Tracy McGrady's mother made a daily 90-minute commute to get to her job where?
- A.
Disney Land
- B.
Cedar Point
- C.
Disney World
- D.
Six Flags
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C. Disney WorldExplanation
Tracy McGrady's mother made a daily 90-minute commute to get to her job at Disney World.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Tracy McGrady considered attending Florida State and what another college before being drafted?
- A.
U Of Florida
- B.
Ohio State
- C.
U Of Michigan
- D.
Kentucky
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D. KentuckyExplanation
Tracy McGrady, before being drafted, considered attending the University of Florida, Ohio State University, the University of Michigan, and Kentucky.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What was Tracy McGrady the youngest player to do since the NBA/ABA merger?
- A.
Avg 30 Ppg
- B.
Avg 35 Ppg
- C.
Avg 20 Ppg
- D.
Avg 25 Ppg
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A. Avg 30 PpgExplanation
Tracy McGrady became the youngest player to average 30 points per game since the NBA/ABA merger. This means that at a young age, McGrady consistently scored an average of 30 points per game, which is a remarkable achievement.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which widely-criticized call against the Jazz did Jeff Van Gundy make during the 2007 NBA playoffs?
- A.
Foul
- B.
Trap
- C.
Man On Man
- D.
Zone
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B. TrapExplanation
During the 2007 NBA playoffs, Jeff Van Gundy made a widely-criticized call against the Jazz by suggesting a "Trap" defense. This defensive strategy involves two defenders aggressively double-teaming the ball handler in an attempt to force a turnover. However, this call was heavily criticized because it left other offensive players open and allowed the opposing team to exploit the defensive gaps. Many argued that a different defensive approach would have been more effective and less risky.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Who was Yao Ming's best friend on the Chinese national team?
- A.
Liu Wei
- B.
Yue Sun
- C.
Yi Jianlian
- D.
Wang Zhizhi
Correct Answer
A. Liu WeiExplanation
Yao Ming's best friend on the Chinese national team was Liu Wei.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Who is Shane Battier's favorite music artist?
- A.
The Supremes
- B.
The Temptations
- C.
Marvin Gaye
- D.
Smokey Robinson
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C. Marvin GayeExplanation
Shane Battier's favorite music artist is Marvin Gaye.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which Rockets player was electrocuted by a water fountain at a charity baseball game in June 2006?
- A.
Rafer Alston
- B.
Luther Head
- C.
Tracy McGrady
- D.
Chuck Hayes
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D. Chuck HayesExplanation
Chuck Hayes was electrocuted by a water fountain at a charity baseball game in June 2006.Rate this question:
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- 8.
In the 2003-2004 NBA season, who was the only Houston Rocket not to miss a game?
- A.
Cuttino Mobley
- B.
Yao Ming
- C.
Steve Francis
- D.
Jim Jackson
Correct Answer
B. Yao MingExplanation
Yao Ming was the only Houston Rocket who did not miss a game in the 2003-2004 NBA season. This means that he played in every single game throughout the season without any absences.Rate this question:
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- 9.
As a senior, Houston Rocket Tracy McGrady played in all five positions at which high school?
- A.
Durham High School
- B.
Oak Hill Academy
- C.
Mt. Zion Christian Academy
- D.
Auburndale High School
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C. Mt. Zion Christian AcademyExplanation
Tracy McGrady played basketball at Mt. Zion Christian Academy in high school. This suggests that he had the opportunity to play in all five positions during his time there.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which Houston Rocket appeared at the State of the Union Address in January 2007?
- A.
Yao Ming
- B.
Dikembe Mutombo
- C.
Bob Sura
- D.
Tracy McGrady
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B. Dikembe MutomboExplanation
Dikembe Mutombo appeared at the State of the Union Address in January 2007.Rate this question:
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On December 9, 2004, Tracy McGrady scored 13 points in the last 35 seconds against which NBA team?
- A.
Los Angeles Lakers
- B.
San Antonio Spurs
- C.
Golden State Warriors
- D.
Dallas Mavericks
Correct Answer
B. San Antonio SpursExplanation
Tracy McGrady scored 13 points in the last 35 seconds against the San Antonio Spurs. This feat is considered one of the most impressive scoring bursts in NBA history. McGrady's incredible performance helped his team, the Houston Rockets, secure a stunning comeback victory.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Yao Ming suffered a broken foot on April 11th, 2006 against which team?
- A.
New Orleans Hornets
- B.
Utah Jazz
- C.
San Antonio Spurs
- D.
Dallas Mavericks
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B. Utah JazzExplanation
Yao Ming suffered a broken foot on April 11th, 2006 against the Utah Jazz.Rate this question:
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