Can You Identify One Player on Each NBA Team?

By: Beth Hendricks
Estimated Completion Time
4 min
Can You Identify One Player on Each NBA Team?
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About This Quiz

Did you ever play the character guessing game called "Guess Who?" In an attempt to be the first to guess the mystery character correctly, each player would choose a character and then take turns asking questions like, "Does your person have a mustache?" The NBA has become a lot like that. No sooner does an NBA roster come together, it dissolves, thanks to trades, free agency and new draft picks. If you're not paying close attention, you could find yourself asking, "Does your team have a six-time NBA All-Star?" or "Does your roster have a guy with bad knees?" (Sorry, D. Rose.)

The NBA has become a giant chess match to see who can assemble the team "most likely to win the next NBA title," the team "most likely to take down LeBron" or the team "most likely to have major midseason drama." (We're looking at you, Boston Celtics.) 

So, let's see how much attention you've been paying to the NBA's "movers and shakers" this off-season. Do you know where Kyrie is? What about Anthony Davis? Who's the new guy in New Orleans? See if you can identify just one NBA player from each of the league's 30 teams. Our team is counting on you!

Question 2 - Kevin Durant
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Which of these stars famously signed with the New Jersey Nets in the 2019 off-season?
Kyrie Irving
Kevin Durant
DeAndre Jordan
Jarrett Allen
Question 3 - RJ Barrett
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A new addition to the New York Knicks, this former Duke Blue Devil was college roommates with Zion Williamson. Who are we talking about?
Mitchell Robinson
Julius Randle
Kevin Knox
RJ Barrett
Question 4 - Joel Embiid
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If there was a trash-talking honor, this Philadelphia 76ers would be a first-ballot Hall of Famer. Who is he?
Ben Simmons
Tobias Harris
Joel Embiid
Mike Scott

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Question 5 - Kyle Lowry
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After Kawhi's exit, this Toronto Raptors player will have to help carry the load for his team. What is his name?
Fred VanVleet
Pascal Siakam
Serge Ibaka
Kyle Lowry
Question 7 - Tristan Thompson
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For a while, you were as likely to see this Cleveland Cavalier on the arm of a Kardashian as you were to see hin on the basketball court. Which player are we talking about?
Kevin Love
Jordan Clarkson
Tristan Thompson
Larry Nance Jr.
Question 8 - Derrick Rose
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The most famous thing about this Detroit Pistons athlete is probably his knees, unfortunately. Who is this frequently injured star?
Reggie Jackson
Derrick Rose
Blake Griffin
Andre Drummond

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Question 9 - Victor Oladipo
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He's on the Indiana Pacers roster now, in the same state where he won honors as the Sporting News Men's College Basketball Player of the Year. Who is he?
Victor Oladipo
Myles Turner
Jeremy Lamb
T.J. Warren
Question 10 - Giannis Antetokounmpo
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This Milwaukee Bucks player is better known by his nickname - the "Greek Freak." Who are we referencing?
Kyle Korver
Brook Lopez
George Hill
Giannis Antetokounmpo
Question 11 - Trae Young
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After a successful career at the Univerisity of Oklahoma, this athlete put in his first season of work with the Atlanta Hawks in 2018. Who is he?
Trae Young
Jabari Parker
Cam Reddish
De'Andre Hunter

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Question 12 - Terry Rozier
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This new Charlotte Hornet spent the first part of his NBA career as a Boston Celtic. Who are we talking about?
Malik Monk
Cody Zeller
Terry Rozier
Miles Bridges
Question 13 - Jimmy Butler
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He bounced around a little before landing with the Miami Heat this season. Who is this former Marquette player?
Jimmy Butler
Dion Waiters
Bam Adebayo
Udonis Haslem
Question 14 - Markelle Fultz
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The No. 1 pick in the 2017 NBA Draft, which of these players is now with the Orlando Magic?
Terrence Ross
Evan Fournier
Aaron Gordon
Markelle Fultz

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Question 6 - Zach LaVine
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This player was born to athletic parents; his dad played professional football. Who is this Chicago Bulls star?
Otto Porter Jr.
Zach LaVine
Coby White
Thaddeus Young
Question 15 - John Wall
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A five-time NBA All-Star, this Washington Wizards athlete is likely to miss the entire 2019 season with an injury. Who is he?
Bradley Beal
John Wall
Isaiah Thomas
CJ Miles
Question 16 - Bol Bol
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This Denver Nugget is following in his famous father's NBA footsteps. Who are we referencing?
Malik Beasley
Bol Bol
Jamal Murray
Paul Millsap

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Wiggins
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Now a member of the Minnesota Timberwolves, he is only the second Canadian ever to be drafted No. 1 overall in the NBA. What is his name?
Andrew Wiggins
Karl-Anthony Towns
Robert Covington
Jarrett Culver
Question 18 - Chris Paul
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You're as likely to see the newest member of the Oklahoma City Thunder in a State Farm commercial as you are with a basketball in his hand. Who is this multi-talented guy?
Steven Adams
Darius Bazley
Raymond Felton
Chris Paul
Question 19 - Damian Lillard
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He's a Portland Trail Blazer by day and a rapper by night. Which of these athletes just released his third album, "Big D.O.L.L.A."?
Hassan Whiteside
Pau Gasol
Nassir Little
Damian Lillard

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Question 20 - Mike Conley
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The Memphis Grizzlies' all-time leading scorer is now with the Utah Jazz. Who is he?
Mike Conley Jr.
Donovan Mitchell
Rudy Gobert
Jeff Green
Question 21 - Stephen Curry
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He's one-half of the "Splash Brothers," with both a dad and a brother who have NBA experience. Which Golden State Warrior are we talking about?
Draymond Green
Klay Thompson
D'Angelo Russell
Stephen Curry
Question 22 -  Kawhi Leonard
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"The Claw" is now a Los Angeles Clipper. Who does this nickname belong to?
Kawhi Leonard
Paul George
Patrick Beverley
Lou Williams

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Question 23 - Anthony Davis
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We can't get over this new Los Angeles Lakers' unibrow (sorry.) Who does it belong to?
DeMarcus Cousins
LeBron James
Anthony Davis
Rajon Rondo
Question 24 - Devin Booker
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This Phoenix Suns player became the league's youngest-ever player with bak-to-back 50-point games. Who is he?
Frank Kaminsky
Devin Booker
Ricky Rubio
Mikal Bridges
Question 25 - Trevor Ariza
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He's a Sacramento King now, but he has previously been with the Knicks, Magic, Lakers, Rockets, Hornets, Suns, and Wizards. Who is this well-traveled athlete?
Trevor Ariza
De'Aaron Fox
Harry Giles
Buddy Hield

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Question 26 - Luka Dončić
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This member of the Dallas Mavericks was the NBA's Rookie of the Year for the 2018-2019 season. What is his name?
Delon Wright
Tim Hardaway Jr.
Luka Dončić
Seth Curry
Question 1 - Gordon Hayward
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You might remember this Boston Celtics player from his gruesome ankle and leg injury broadcast on live television. Who is he?
Gordon Hayward
Jayson Tatum
Enes Kanter
Marcus Smart
Question 20 - Russell Westbrook
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The newest member of the Houston Rockets has been reunited with his former Oklahoma City Thunder teammate. Who is he?
Russell Westbrook
Austin Rivers
James Harden
Iman Shumpert

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Question 28 - Dwight Howard
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He's a member of the Memphis Grizzlies with eight - count 'em, eight! - NBA All-Star nods. Who is he?
Andre Iguodala
Grayson Allen
Josh Jackson
Dwight Howard
Question 29 - Zion Williamson
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Perhaps the most talked-about No 1. draft pick since LeBron James, who is the newest member of the New Orleans Pelicans?
Jahlil Okafor
Lonzo Ball
Brandon Ingram
Zion Williamson
Question 30 - DeMar DeRozan
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This San Antonio Spurs athlete has two gold medals for his participation in the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 Summer Olympics. Who are we talking about?
Patty Mills
DeMar DeRozan
Rudy Gay
Trey Lyles

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