Historical Trivia
Records, quirks, obscure numbers and player lore.
What is the highest single-game scoring record in NBA history?
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Answer: 100 points
Curry scored 100 against Portland on January 13, 1999; Kobe's 81 sits in second place.
What is the single-game assist record?
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Answer: 25 assists
Scott Skiles recorded 25 assists against the Nuggets on January 30, 1990.
Who has attempted the most free throws in NBA history?
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Answer: Karl Malone
Karl Malone's 29,846 attempts are the most in league history.
Who is the shortest player in NBA history, and how tall is he?
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Answer: Tyrone 'Muggsy' Bogues, 1.60 m
Tyrone 'Muggsy' Bogues, at roughly 5'3", is the shortest player to appear in an NBA game.
What is the longest winning streak in NBA history?
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Answer: 33 games
The 2019-20 Los Angeles Lakers won 33 straight, the longest streak in NBA history.
Who is the youngest MVP in NBA history other than LeBron?
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Answer: Michael Jordan
Michael Jordan won the 1995 MVP at 22 years and 292 days, a record that still stands.
Which player has the most signature shoes in NBA history?
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Answer: Michael Jordan
The Air line remains one of the best-selling signature shoe series ever.
Who was the first player to have his name on the back of his jersey?
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Answer: Odean Johnson
Odean Johnson became the first player to wear his surname on the back of his jersey in 1970-71.