Can We Guess Your Favorite NCAA Men's Basketball Team?

By: Alex Wittman
Estimated Completion Time
4 min
Can We Guess Your Favorite NCAA Men's Basketball Team?
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About This Quiz

Sure, the NBA is cool and everything, but there's just something special about college hoops. While pros certainly have a lot of talent, there's a lot to be said for young guys representing their universities. They play with so much heart and soul! That's never more fully on display than during tournament time. If March Madness is one of your favorite times of the year, you're going to love this quiz. Answer our questions, and we'll guess your favorite NCAA men's basketball team!

Are you all about the Blue Devils? Or, do you root for the Jayhawks? Maybe, you live and die with the Spartans. Our three-pointer game isn't anywhere near Division I level, but we're pretty good at figuring out favorites. In about as much time as it takes to draw up the winning play during a timeout, you can answer our questions so we can guess your favorite NCAA men's basketball team. Like Coach Krzyzewski, we're really good at what we do.

Come on, what have you got to lose? It's not like there's a championship on the line! Can we guess your favorite NCAA men's basketball team? Take our quiz to find out and share your results with all your basketball-loving friends!

1 - NCAA basketball
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Time for tip-off! Have you ever played basketball on an actual team?
Of course; I was on varsity!
I almost got a college scholarship myself.
I played in middle school.
Nah, I've only hooped for fun.
2 - March madness
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How do you feel when March Madness rolls around?
It's better than Christmas!
I get so nervous for my team.
I love filling out my bracket.
Even if my team isn't in it, it's always fun to watch.
3 - football
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After basketball (of course), what's your favorite sport?
Lacrosse
Basketball is the ONLY sport.
Baseball
Football

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4 - NCAA basketball game
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Have you ever attended a college basketball game?
Duh, I go to at least a few every season!
Only a couple of times, but it was incredible!
Not yet, but I want to.
I actually enjoy just watching from home.
5 - NBA
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We love all things basketball. Do you follow the NBA?
I might keep up with my favorite former college players.
I catch a game here and there.
You could call me a fan.
Nah, nothing beats the NCAA.
6 - basketball game
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Hoop it up! Which game would you be down to play anytime, anywhere?
H-O-R-S-E
One-on-one
21
Knockout

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7 - basketball colors
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Show us your spirit! Which of these color combinations is your favorite?
White and dark(ish) blue
White and light(ish) blue
Blue and crimson
Green and white
8 - mascot
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In your opinion, what's the coolest school mascot?
Demon
Big cat
Bird
Warrior
9 - watching t.v. game
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When you're watching a game, do you ever yell at the TV?
Yes, I can't help it!
Just when I'm cheering on my team.
I do only if there's a really bad call.
It's been known to happen from time to time.

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10 - basketball
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These are getting us all pumped up. Which motivational quote do you find the most inspiring?
"Teamwork is the beauty of our sport, where you have five acting as one. You become selfless."
“Talent is not the determining thing. Grit is.”
"Desire outweighs footwork when it comes to crashing the glass."
"Discipline is the greatest form of love you can show someone."
11 - Coach Carter
Nickelodeon Movies/MTV Films/Tollin/Robbins Productions
From the court to the couch! Which basketball movie could you totally watch right now?
"Hoosiers"
"Love & Basketball"
"Space Jam"
"Coach Carter"
12 - Grant Hill
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Which of these legendary college players is your favorite?
Grant Hill
John Wall
Mario Chalmers
Magic Johnson

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13 - game snack
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When you're watching the big game, what are you snacking on?
Potato chips
Pizza
Chicken wings
I'm usually too nervous to eat anything.
14 - sports drink basketball
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Time to hydrate! Which flavor of Gatorade do you like best?
Fruit Punch
Cool Blue
Orange
Lemon Lime
15 - sad basketball
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Have you ever cried because your team lost?
Yes, but please don't tell anyone.
Yes, and I'm not ashamed to admit it.
No way!
No, but I have punched a wall.

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16 - basketball legacy
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If you were a Division I college basketball player, what would you want your legacy to be?
Disciplined athlete
Talented beyond measure
Selfless teammate
The hardest worker on the court
17 - Lebron James
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Who's better: Michael Jordan or LeBron James?
Michael Jordan
LeBron James
Don't make me choose!
I think there's someone better than both of them.
18 - basketball shoes
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If you needed a new pair of basketball shoes, which brand would you choose?
Nike
Air Jordan
Adidas
Under Armour

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19 - basketball position
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Picture yourself out on the floor. Which position would you love to play?
Point guard
Center
Power forward
I'll play anywhere just put me in, coach!
20 - basketball defense
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We just have to ask ... Does defense win championships?
It's important, but so is offense.
Offense wins championships.
Is that a saying or something?
Absolutely!
21 - basketball coach
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If you were a coach, what would your coaching style be?
Strong disciplinarian
Leads with positivity
Motivational
I'd be a mix of all three.

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22 - university class
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In your opinion, do you think college players should stay in school all four years?
Yes, if that's the right fit for them.
No, they should go pro ASAP.
No, I like seeing new players on the court.
Yes, a college education is important.
23 - basketball money
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What are your thoughts on college players getting paid?
It goes against the integrity of the game.
I think it's a great idea!
I haven't given it much thought.
I'm more for it than against it.
24 - basketball pregame
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Help us calm those pre-game jitters. Are you superstitious at all?
Yes, I have my pre-game rituals.
No, that's kid stuff.
Yes, but it's mostly just for fun.
Nah, but maybe I should give it a try. Anything to help my team!

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25 - basketball bracket
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How much time do you spend filling out your March Madness bracket?
I think about it all season long.
I spend hours on it!
I try not to think too much and go with my gut.
I always put my team straight through to the finals.
26 - basketball shot
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Have you ever sunk a half-court shot?
No, but I've tried it loads of time.
Yes, you can find the clip on YouTube!
Yes, but no one was around to witness it.
Ha, only in my dreams!
27 - women's college basketball
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Do you follow women's college basketball too?
Yes, I'm obsessed with all things basketball.
I might follow a particular player.
Nah, not my thing.
No, but I've been meaning to start!

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28 - basketball game
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What's your favorite part of the game?
Outside shooting
Dunking
It's impossible for me to choose!
Tough defense
29 - Louisville
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If you could wipe one of these teams off the face of the earth, who would it be?
UNC Tarheels
Louisville Cardinals
Kansas State Wildcats
Michigan Wolverines
30 - basketball team
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What's the most important quality a team can have?
Discipline
Talent
Chemistry
Desire

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