Frequently Asked Questions about the NBA, WNBA and Basketball
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the NBA Draft?
The 2022 NBA Draft is Thursday, June 23rd at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.
When does the 2022 WNBA season start?
The 2022 WNBA season starts Friday, May 6th.
Who invented basketball?
James Naismith invented basketball
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