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1 In the 2010 NBA Draft, the Knicks selected Landry Fields in the 2nd round. Where did Landry go to college?
Answer: Stanford

Landry Fields wore #6 for the Knicks. He made the All-Rookie First Team as a 2nd round draft pick and many considered him a steal for where he was drafted and his performance on the court.
  From Quiz: 2010-11 NY Knicks Season
2 Who coached the 1969-70 New York Knicks to the NBA title?
Answer: Red Holzman

William "Red" Holzman, a native New Yorker, took over the Knicks from Dick McGuire during the 1968 season and brought discipline and passion to the team. Holzman stressed teamwork and defense: his advice of "see the ball, see the ball" helped the players to become a cohesive unit. Overall, Holzman won 613 games with the Knicks, and the number "613" was retired by the club. Al McGuire, a legendary college basketball coach, never coached in the NBA. Red Auerbach was a Hall of Fame coach of the Boston Celtics during the 1950s and 1960s.
  From Quiz: 1969-70 New York Knicks
3 What school did Stephon Marbury attend?
Answer: Georgia Tech

Stephon was drafted fourth overall by the Milwaukee Bucks in 1996. He made the all-star team in 2001 and 2003, and has made the All-NBA twice.
  From Quiz: NBA Alumni 1 : NY Knicks
4 Who was number 3 in the team from 1989-1999?
Answer: John Starks

John Starks came to the New York Knicks after spending a year in the ABA.
  From Quiz: NY Knicks Player Numbers
5 Who was the shortest player on the Knicks on the year 2000 roster
Answer: Charlie Ward

Charlie Ward is 6'2'.
    Your options: [ Chris Childs ] [ Erik Strickland ] [ Allan Houston ] [ Charlie Ward ]
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6 Who did the Knicks play to kick off the season?
Answer: Raptors

Wilson Chandler led the way for the Knicks, scoring 22 points off the bench and leading to the team to a 98-93 victory.
  From Quiz: 2010-11 NY Knicks Season
7 Which player led the 1969-70 Knicks in playoff scoring with 426 points?
Answer: Willis Reed

Willis Reed was the captain and the spiritual leader of the 1969-70 Knicks. He scored 426 points in 18 playoff games and was named as the MVP of the 1970 playoffs. Dick Barnett scored 321 playoff points, Walt Frazier had 304 points, and Cazzie Russell, a valuable reserve player, scored 178 points. Reed's uniform number 19 was retired by the Knicks.
    Your options: [ Walt Frazier ] [ Willis Reed ] [ Bill Bradley ] [ Cazzie Russell ]
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8 What university did Nate Robinson attend?
Answer: Washington

Nate Robinson was taken with the number 21 pick by the Suns, but was traded that night in a trade that saw Kurt Thomas go to the Suns, and Quentin Richardson come to the Knicks.
  From Quiz: NBA Alumni 1 : NY Knicks
9 Who was number 21 on the New York Knicks from 1986-1992?
Answer: Gerald Wilkins

Gerald Wilkins was number 21 on the Knicks, but he isn't with the team anymore. Charlie Ward wore the number after him.
  From Quiz: NY Knicks Player Numbers
10 Which Knicks player appeared in the movie 'Black And White'?
Answer: Allan Houston
    Your options: [ Glenn Rice ] [ Marcus Camby ] [ Latrell Sprewell ] [ Allan Houston ]
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11 Who did the Knicks play on Christmas Day?
Answer: Chicago Bulls

The Knicks beat the Bulls 103-95. They improved their record to 18-12 at the time.
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12 Walt Frazier was an all-star guard on the 1969-70 Knicks team. What was his nickname?
Answer: Clyde

Walt "Clyde" Frazier was the biggest celebrity on the 1969-70 Knicks. He was a fancy dresser who never shied away from the limelight. Frazier picked up the nickname "Clyde" because of his penchant for wearing wide-brimmed hats similar to the one worn by Warren Beatty in the popular movie "Bonnie and Clyde." Frazier's number 10 jersey was retired by the Knicks.
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13 Who was number 33 on the New York Knicks from 1985-2000?
Answer: Patrick Ewing

Patrick's number 33 was retired by the Knicks on February 28, 2003.
  From Quiz: NY Knicks Player Numbers
14 Which 2004 Knick wore jersey 15 for the Golden State Warriors?
Answer: Latrell Sprewell

Sprewell was traded from Golden State to the Knicks for John Starks.
    Your options: [ Travis Knight ] [ Larry Johnson ] [ Felton Spencer ] [ Latrell Sprewell ]
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15 What school is Allan Houston an alumni to?
Answer: Tennessee

Houston was the 11th pick by the Pistons in the 1993 draft. He was a two-time all-star and led the league in freethrow percentage once.
  From Quiz: NBA Alumni 1 : NY Knicks
16 Who was number 10 on the New York Knicks during the 1970's?
Answer: Walt Frazier

Walt "Clyde" Frazier went to be a commentator for MSG, a TV network specially made for games in Madison Square Garden.
  From Quiz: NY Knicks Player Numbers
17 What is the Knicks all-time record against the Minnesota Timberwolves?
Answer: 17-5
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18 The Knicks made headlines when they traded many key players for this superstar.
Answer: Carmelo Anthony

The Knicks traded Raymond Felton, Danilo Gallinari, Wilson Chandler, among others to get Carmelo, Chauncey Billups, and other players from Denver.
    Your options: [ Chris Paul ] [ Kobe Bryant ] [ Carmelo Anthony ] [ LeBron James ]
  From Quiz: 2010-11 NY Knicks Season
19 Bill Bradley was a star forward on the 1969-70 Knicks team. Which Ivy League college did he attend?
Answer: Princeton

Bill Bradley was an articulate, good-shooting small forward for the Knicks. He graduated as an All-American from Princeton University and was awarded a Rhodes Scholarship for his academic excellence. After Bradley's playing days in the NBA were over, he would become a U.S. senator from New Jersey. "Dollar Bill" was truly a man of many talents. His number 24 jersey was retired by the Knicks
    Your options: [ Yale ] [ Princeton ] [ Penn ] [ Columbia ]
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20 Charlie Ward went to what school?
Answer: Florida State

Despite winning the Heisman as quarterback for the Seminoles, Charlie decided to go into the NBA where he spent ten years with the Knicks.
  From Quiz: NBA Alumni 1 : NY Knicks
21 Which player in the 2000-01 roster was involved in the 12 player trade that sent Patrick Ewing to Seattle?
Answer: Glenn Rice

Rice was formerly a LA Laker.
    Your options: [ Allan Houston ] [ Rick Brunson ] [ Erik Strickland ] [ Glenn Rice ]
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22 Who wore #42 for the Knicks in 2008?
Answer: David Lee

David went to the University of Florida. He was drafted 30th by the Knicks in the 2007 NBA Draft. In 2010, David was traded to the Golden State Warriors.
  From Quiz: Numbers of the Knicks
23 Dave DeBusschere played power forward for the 1969-70 Knicks. In the early 1960s, he also played Major League baseball for which team?
Answer: Chicago White Sox

Dave DeBusschere was a two-sport professional athlete who provided rebounding and defensive toughness for the Knicks. He was a Major League pitcher for the White Sox in 1962 and 1963 with an overall record of three wins and four defeats. DeBusschere was traded to the Knicks from the Detroit Pistons for center Walt Bellamy during the 1968-69 season, a move which allowed Willis Reed to switch from power forward to center. DeBusschere's number 22 was eventually retired by the Knicks
    Your options: [ Detroit Tigers ] [ Chicago White Sox ] [ Cleveland Indians ] [ Baltimore Orioles ]
  From Quiz: 1969-70 New York Knicks
24 Where did John Starks go to school?
Answer: Oklahoma State

Starks went to the playoffs every year from 1991 to 1998 with the Knicks. He is best known for his dunk over Michael Jordan and his awful shooting night in game seven of the 1994 NBA finals.
  From Quiz: NBA Alumni 1 : NY Knicks
25 Whose #22 was retired by the Knicks?
Answer: Dave DeBusschere

Dave's number was retired in 1981. He played power forward. He began his career playing for the Detroit Pistons. He retired with 14,053 career points.
  From Quiz: Numbers of the Knicks
26 Carmelo immediately made his presence known in New York, when in just his first couple games as a Knick, he hit a game-winning basket to help the Knicks beat this team.
Answer: Grizzlies

Carmelo led the team with 31 points in the 110-108 victory. It was just his ninth game as a Knick.
    Your options: [ Mavericks ] [ Timberwolves ] [ Grizzlies ] [ Nuggets ]
  From Quiz: 2010-11 NY Knicks Season
27 What school did Bernard King go to?
Answer: Tennessee

Bernard was a four-time all-star and set a Knicks record for most points in a game.
  From Quiz: NBA Alumni 1 : NY Knicks
28 Whose #15 was retired by the Knicks?
Answer: Earl Monroe

Earl was nicknamed "The Pearl". His #15 was retired in 1986. Earl won NBA Rookie of the Year in 1968. He retired with 17,454 career points.
  From Quiz: Numbers of the Knicks
29 What seed did the Knicks get in the playoffs?
Answer: #6

In the end, the Knicks went 42-40 on the year. That record was enough to get them their first playoff berth since 2004.
  From Quiz: 2010-11 NY Knicks Season
30 Which member of the 1969-70 Knicks was the main backup center to Willis Reed?
Answer: Nate Bowman

Nate "The Snake" Bowman was the backup center to Willis Reed. The 6'10 Texan was not a very good scorer, but he was a tough defender and rebounder. Bowman would later play for the Buffalo Braves of the NBA and the Pittsburgh Condors of the ABA. John Warren was a reserve guard/forward, Don May played forward, and Cazzie Russell played both guard and forward for the 1969-70 Knicks.
    Your options: [ John Warren ] [ Nate Bowman ] [ Don May ] [ Cazzie Russell ]
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31 What school did Walt "Clyde" Frazier attend?
Answer: Southern Illinois

He was the fifth pick by the Knicks in the 1967 draft and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1987.
  From Quiz: NBA Alumni 1 : NY Knicks
32 Which Knick spent five years in the CBA before coming into the NBA?
Answer: Chris Childs
    Your options: [ Felton Spencer ] [ Travis Knight ] [ Erik Strickland ] [ Chris Childs ]
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33 Who did the Knicks play in the first round of the play-offs?
Answer: Celtics

The Knicks were in for a tough challenge, facing an experienced Boston team. The Celtics went 56-26 on the season and were led by Kevin Garnett, Ray Allen, Paul Pierce, and Rajon Rondo.
  From Quiz: 2010-11 NY Knicks Season
34 What school did Willis Reed go to?
Answer: Grambling State

He was the first pick of the second round in the 1964 draft by the Knicks. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1982.
  From Quiz: NBA Alumni 1 : NY Knicks
35 How many Knicks founded organizations that help out local children?
Answer: 4

Allan Houston has 'Allan's Courtside Classroom'. Marcus Camby has 'Cambyland'. Charlie Ward has ' C-Ward's Vision Valley'. And Erik Strickland has 'Strick's Land'.
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36 What was the result of the Knicks-Celtics series in the play-offs?
Answer: Celtics won in 4 games

An injury to Chauncey Billups really hurt the Knicks as well as clutch shooting from Boston. Even though the Knicks got swept, they still showed plenty of promise for next season.
  From Quiz: 2010-11 NY Knicks Season
37 Which team did the Knicks defeat to win the 1969-70 NBA championship?
Answer: Los Angeles Lakers

The New York Knicks defeated the Los Angeles Lakers in an emotion-filled seven- game series to win the 1970 NBA title. The Lakers, led by Jerry West and Wilt Chamberlain, had finished in second place in the regular season to the Atlanta Hawks, but L.A. swept Atlanta in the playoffs. The Knicks beat the Milwaukee Bucks four games to one in the Eastern Division finals to advance to the NBA finals. A gimpy Willis Reed gave the New Yorkers an emotional lift in the seventh game against L.A. by limping onto the Madison Square Garden court and then hitting his first two jump shots. Walt Frazier was the star of that seventh game, scoring 36 points for the Knicks en route to a 113-99 victory.
    Your options: [ Golden State Warriors ] [ Los Angeles Lakers ] [ Phoenix Suns ] [ Atlanta Hawks ]
  From Quiz: 1969-70 New York Knicks
38 Where did Patrick Ewing go to school?
Answer: Georgetown

One of the greatest Knicks ever. He was the first pick of the 1985 draft by the Knicks, and his number 33 was retired by the Knicks.
  From Quiz: NBA Alumni 1 : NY Knicks
39 Who wore jersey 40 in the late 1990s and early 2000s?
Answer: Kurt Thomas
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