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SSC GD 2021 PYQ — Question 39

SSC GD Constable (English) - 10th December 2021 Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q39

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Who among the following became the first Indian-origin NBA player in 2014?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Gursimran Bhullar.

  • Gursimran Bhullar currently plays for the Reno Bighorns, an affiliate team of sacramento kings, owned by Indian origin Vivek Ranadive, in the NBA development league.
  • Sim Bhullar, in the year 2014, became the first player of Indian origin to play in an NBA game. He played for the team Sacramento Kings.
  • He also became the first Indian player to score in an NBA game. He recorded two points against the Utah Jazz.