What was a major concern about the NBA's future in its early days?

NBA Racial Discussions and Diversity

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Financial instability
Racial composition of the sport
Insufficient fan base
Lack of talented players
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did the NBA respond to the skepticism about its racial diversity?
By limiting the number of black players
By promoting the sport internationally
By emphasizing talent over race
By changing the rules of the game
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What did the NBA's diversity and talent showcase imply about the sport?
It was only for elite players
It had nothing to teach
It was a platform for racial equality
It was exclusive to certain regions
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the NBA's stance on fan opinions during games?
Only opinions from season ticket holders mattered
Only court-side opinions mattered
Opinions were valued regardless of seating
Opinions were not considered
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the key criterion for playing in the NBA?
Height
Experience
Race
Talent
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What incident highlighted the racial discussions within the NBA?
A major player strike
Ron Artest's brawl in Detroit
A controversial trade decision
A change in the league's leadership
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did the media often refer to players involved in the Ron Artest incident?
As heroes
As role models
As legends
As thugs and punks
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the NBA's approach towards its players in light of racial discussions?
Particularly protective
Complete isolation
Indifference
Strict disciplinary actions
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