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NBA Scandals and Controversies Quiz

NBA Scandals and Controversies Quiz!

Whether you’re an NBA drama king or a casual fan, how much do you know about the controversies that shaped the game?

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Beano Quiz Team • Updated January 1st 2025

Are you a true NBA fan, or just someone who watches the dunks and doesn't care about basketball drama? This quiz will test your knowledge of the most jaw-dropping controversies in NBA history. From shocking decisions on and off court, how much do you really know?

1/10 A basketball fan eating popcorn

Which NBA legend was involved in the "Malice at the Palace" brawl in 2004?

2/10 A game of basketball

What major controversy surrounded the 2011 NBA lockout?

3/10 Surprised basketball player in an 80s tracksuit

What was the infamous "freeze-out" incident in the 1980s?

4/10 A basketball being aimed at the hoop

The 2002 "Western Conference Finals" game 6 between the Kings and Lakers was controversial for what reason?

5/10 A basketball granddad

What year did the NBA introduce a dress code, sparking debate over players’ style choices?

6/10 A cheetah on a basketball court

What was the controversy surrounding the 1985 NBA Draft Lottery?

7/10 A blurred basketball in front of the outline of the USA

The Seattle SuperSonics moved to Oklahoma City after which NBA season?

8/10 Beano basketball player with face blurred out

Which NBA superstar was involved in a trade controversy when he requested to be traded in 2017, causing a media storm?

9/10 Basketball on court background

What was the controversy surrounding the 2019 "The Decision" broadcast when LeBron James announced he was leaving Cleveland?

10/10 A basketball coach wearing a polka dot tie

In 2016, the NBA fined a coach for criticising the league's officials during the playoffs. Who was it?

Result: Oh no

Oh no! Looks like you need to brush up on your NBA drama. There’s plenty more to learn about the league’s scandals and controversies!

Result: Good try

Not bad, but you missed a few. The NBA has been through some crazy moments, and you’ve definitely caught some of the highlights!

Result: Great work

Great work! You know your NBA history and have shown you’re a real fan of the controversies that have kept spectators talking for years.

Result: Wow

Wow! You're an NBA genius! You are a master of basketball's wildest moments and scandalous decisions! Try another basketball quiz to keep your run of success going!

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