100 Slam-Dunk NBA Puns That Will Score You Big Laughs

Did you know that Wilt Chamberlain holds the NBA record for most points in a single game with a mind-blowing 100 points? Now that’s a slam dunk of a record! But basketball isn’t just about high-flying dunks, devastating crossovers, and thrilling buzzer-beaters. 

Sometimes, it’s the puns and wordplay derived from the game that give us the most amusement.In honor of that, let’s dribble down the comedy court with these incredibly witty NBA puns.

1. Why don’t basketball players ever go on vacation?

They’d get called for traveling!

2. What’s a ghost’s favorite NBA team?

The Ghoul-den State Warriors.

3. Why do basketball players love donuts?

Because they can dunk them!

4. How do NBA players stay cool during the game?

They stand near the fans.

5. Why was the basketball player being incredibly polite?

He didn’t want to get called for a technical foul-ness.

6. What’s a basketball player’s favorite kind of cheese?

Swiss, because it has nothing but net.

7. What did the NBA player say to the yoga instructor?

“I find your stretching exercises to be quite a stretch.”

8. Why don’t basketball players get invited to dinner parties?

Because they’re always stealing the dishes.

9. Why was Cinderella terrible at basketball?

She had a pumpkin for a coach.

10. What’s a basketball player’s favorite key on the keyboard?

The space “bar”.

11. Why did the scarecrow become an NBA superstar?

Because he was outstanding in his “field”.

12. Why did the basketball player bring a ladder to the game?

Because he wanted to get more rebounds.

13. What is a basketball player’s favorite type of tea?

Slam Dunkin.

14. How did the NBA player propose to his girlfriend?

He gave her a “ring” chase.

15. Why do NBA players make bad bakers?

They always throw away the rolls.

16. Why did the basketball player go to jail?

Because he shot the ball!

17. Why did the NBA player study for a gardening exam?

Because he wanted to improve his “plant game”.

18. What do NBA players call night games?

Shoot stars.

19. Why are basketball players messy eaters?

They always dribble.

20. What did the basketball say to the player?

“Don’t shoot, I’m not the enemy!”

21. Which NBA player could become a great farmer?

Any who is good at plant and “harvesting” the ball.

22. Why are basketballs so smart?

Because they always stay on the ball!

23. Why did the NBA star go to school?

Because he wanted to be a “know-it-all-star.”

24. Why do NBA players like to use Twitter?

Because they have great followers.

25. Why was the basketball court so wet?

The players kept dribbling on it!

26. Where do basketball players go when they need a new uniform?

New Jersey.

27. Why are basketball players good at problem-solving?

Because they know how to rebound from setbacks.

28. What do you call a pig playing basketball?

A ball hog.

29. Why is basketball the perfect game for ghosts?

Because they love to “haunt” the courts.

30. Why do basketball players love baking?

They love making “rolls” to the rim.

31. How do basketball players keep their houses safe?

They install “defense.”

32. What do you call a basketball player who tells tall tales?

A dunky liar.

33. How do NBA players stay in touch with their fans?

They just dribble out some tweets.

34. Why do basketball players never forget their first love?

Because old flames always rebound.

35. How does one get a promotion in the NBA?

By moving up in the “Ranks”.

Yes, We’re Going Into Overtime With These NBA Puns!

1. Why did the basketball player go to art school? To learn how to draw fouls.
2. What’s a basketball player’s favorite type of music? Hip-hoop.
3. Why do basketball players love smartphones? They never miss a call.
4. How do basketball players organize a space party? They planet with stars.
5. Why was the basketball team always so positive? They were always in a good court mood.
6. What do you get when you cross a basketball player with a computer? A slam-dunk machine.
7. Why was the basketball team always calm? They had excellent court sense.
8. What’s a basketball player’s favorite kind of dog? A “Pointer”.
9. Why do basketball players make great bankers? They know how to handle the bounce.
10. Why did the basketball player go to the bank? To get his shot blocked.
11. Why did the basketball player bring a string to the game? To tie up the score.
12. Why did the basketball player go to the library? To check out some rebounds.
13. Why don’t basketball players play hide and seek? They’d get called for traveling.
14. Why did the basketball player bring a light bulb to the game? He wanted to get switched on.
15. What’s a basketball player’s favorite part of the song? The high note.
16. Why did the basketball player sit on the sideline? He wanted to take a shot at coaching.
17. Why do basketball players love cakes? Because they always rise to the top.
18. What’s a basketball player’s favorite season? Dunk season.
19. Why do basketball players make great comedians? They always have a good punch line.
20. Why did the basketball player bring a calendar to the game? He wanted to make sure he didn’t miss a date with destiny.
21. Why was the basketball player a great detective? He could always spot the foul play.
22. What’s a basketball player’s favorite type of movie? A hoop-erhero flick.
23. Why did the basketball player become a scientist? He loved making slam-dunks and experiments.
24. Why did the basketball player visit the zoo? To work on his wild shots.
25. What’s a basketball player’s favorite type of car? A convertible, for all those fast breaks.
26. Why do basketball players love math? They can always count on their teammates.
27. What’s a basketball player’s favorite kind of coffee? Dunkin’ Decaf.
28. Why do basketball players make terrible secret agents? They always blow their cover.
29. Why did the basketball player visit the farm? To practice his free throws with the hay.
30. Why are basketball players always so healthy? They get plenty of exercise running courts.
31. What do you call a basketball game between animals? A barnstorm.
32. What’s a basketball player’s favorite book? “Harry Dribbler and the Chamber of Courts”.
33. Why do basketball players love science fiction? They dream of dunking on alien planets.
34. Why did the basketball player join the circus? He wanted to practice his juggling act.
35. Why are basketball games so noisy? All the fans cheering in court.
36. Why was the basketball player always happy? He was always hooping for joy.
37. Why do basketball players love Halloween? They get to shoot for treats.
38. What’s a basketball player’s favorite subject in school? Hoop-onomics.
39. Why did the basketball player become an astronaut? He wanted to take his jump shots to new heights.
40. Why do basketball players love road trips? They can always catch a good game.
41. What do you call a basketball player who can’t stop telling jokes? A court jester.
42. Why was the basketball player’s computer always broken? He kept dunking on it.
43. Why do basketball players love spring? They get to practice their jump shots in the sunshine.
44. Why do basketball players love fairy tales? They dream of being the next “King” on the court.
45. Why did the basketball player visit the beach? To work on his sand dunk.
46. What’s a basketball player’s favorite kind of dance? The dribble and sway.
47. Why was the basketball player a great artist? He could always draw a crowd.
48. Why did the basketball player go to the tailor? To get his shots altered.
49. Why do basketball players love board games? They enjoy making strategic moves.
50. What’s a basketball player’s favorite planet? Dunk-ury.
51. Why did the basketball player become a poet? He loved making slam-dunks with words.
52. What’s a basketball player’s favorite ice cream flavor? Slam-berry swirl.
53. Why do basketball players love history? They can always look back on their greatest plays.
54. Why was the basketball player always so calm? He knew how to keep his cool under pressure.
55. Why do basketball players love fashion? They always dress to impress on and off the court.
56. What’s a basketball player’s favorite type of weather? Clear skies for perfect shots.
57. Why did the basketball player visit the library? To check out the latest slam-dunk stories.
58. What’s a basketball player’s favorite type of puzzle? A hoop puzzle.
59. Why did the basketball player go to the carnival? To practice his hoop shots at the game booths.
60. Why do basketball players make great friends? They always have your back on and off the court.
61. Why did the basketball player go to the doctor? To get his jump shot checked.
62. What’s a basketball player’s favorite color? Dunk blue.
63. Why do basketball players love technology? They can always stay connected with their fans.
64. What’s a basketball player’s favorite dessert? Slam-cake.
65. Why did the basketball player go to the comedy club? To get some new punch lines.

That’s the Scoreboard, Folks!

We hope these NBA puns have shot a three-pointer straight into your humor hoop! Cracking a smile or bursting into giggles is the perfect way to end every game, right?

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