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Who invented basketball?
Dr. James Naismith invented basketball in 1891.
When was the first official game of basketball played?
The first official game of basketball was played on December 21, 1891.
What organization was founded in 1946 that eventually became the NBA?
The Basketball Association of America (BAA) was founded in 1946 and later merged with the National Basketball League (NBL) in 1949 to form the NBA.
When was basketball introduced as an Olympic sport?
Basketball was introduced as an Olympic sport in 1936.
Who invented basketball?
Dr. James Naismith invented basketball in 1891.
What did Dr. James Naismith create the game of basketball for?
Naismith created basketball to keep his students physically active indoors during winter.
What significant feature did Naismith use as the first hoop in basketball?
Naismith used a peach basket as the first hoop.
In what year did the NBA officially form from the BAA and NBL merger?
The NBA officially formed in 1949 after the merger of the BAA and NBL.
What year did basketball become an Olympic sport?
Basketball became an Olympic sport in 1936.
Which league is considered the precursor to the NBA?
The Basketball Association of America (BAA) is considered the precursor to the NBA.
When was the first FIBA Basketball World Cup held?
The first FIBA Basketball World Cup was held in 1950.