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NaismithHe was a Canadian physical education professor from McGill University of Montreal and an instructor at the local YMCA.
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gamePlayed at the YMCA in Springfield, Massachusetts
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backboardOriginally made out of chicken wire. Were invented to prevent fans from interfering with play (baskets were often hung on balconies).
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NBAFounded in New York City
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ball In 1983 Spalding's full-grain leather ball became the official ball of the NBA.
