Question

What year did James Naismith invent basketball?

A: 1891

B: 1892

C: 1890

D: 1893

Answer 1

A: 1891

Step-by-step explanation:

James Naismith was a Canadian-American sports coach and innovator. He invented the game of basketball in 1891, and he is also credited with designing the first football helmet.

Answer 2

A: 1891

Step-by-step explanation:

James Naismith designed the game of basketball in late 1891 while teaching at the International YMCA Training School in Springfield, Massachusetts.