It was invented in 1856 but back then they played with peach baskets so when they made it they had to climb up and get the ball out hope this helps
1970
The NBA instituted the 3 point shot in 1979-80. Chris Ford of the Boston Celtics hit the first 3-pointer in NBA history.
There was no NBA championships at that year the year it started was 1947
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NBA Coach of the Year Award was created in 1963.
Kevin Durant went second overall in the 2007 NBA Draft, and was named the NBA Rookie of the Year for the 2007 - 2008 season.
His first year in the NBA was the 96-97 season.
Hakeem Olajuwon - 1994
It was established in the year 1952
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For home court advantage for the NBA finals on the same year.
NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award was created in 1983.