365 Funny Basketball Jokes – Youth Basketball 123

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2025 March Madness Jokes: 2025 March March Madness Jokes: Did you know Pitbull, Mr. WorldWide, is playing at March Madness 2025. What a great performer. He is not too good at basketball though…. He travels too much!
April 2nd: National Walking Day: Who hates National Walking Day?… A college basketball coach.
2025 March March Madness Jokes: Can you take a wild guess at who Pitbull, Mr. 305, is cheering for in the 2025 Final Four?…. The Florida Gators.
Final Four Jokes: Duke Basketball Jokes Cooper Flagg was the Maine attraction at the 2025 Final Four.
Final Four Jokes: A grandson was visiting his grandfather at the nursing home. When the boy walked into the room, the grandfather smiled. The boy enthusiastically said, “Grandpa you have March Madness teeth! You are down to your Final Four!” (Final Four Jokes & Grandparent Jokes)
2025 March Madness: The final “Paige” in the Bueckers College Book, a UConn legend’s story… is a National Championship.
2025 March Madness: What did Azzi Fudd, the Most Outstanding Player at the 2025 Final Four, say after cutting down the nets?… “”Th-th-that’s all, folks!”” (Looney Tunes Jokes)
Crayola March Madness: What schools are part of the Crayola March Madness?… Creighton Bluejays, Duke Blue Devils.
WNBA Jokes: How did Kamilla Cardoso, a center from South Carolina feel after being the 3rd pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft?… She was SKY high!
WNBA Jokes: Indiana doctors were busy after Caitlin Clark was made the #1 Pick of the 2024 WNBA draft… Big increase in Indiana Fever!
101 Masters Tournament Jokes: Why are college basketball coaches so excited to make it to the 15th hole in golf?… They love the final fore. (Golf Jokes)
April 12th National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day: What type of cheese do basketball players use to make a grilled cheese sandwich?… Swiss!!!
Do you know what is Caitlin Clark’s , the #1 Pick of the 2024 WNBA draft, #1 TV show?… MASH, she loves Hawkeye Pierce.
April 14th WNBA Draft:
WNBA Jokes: Who is Smokey the Bear’s least favorite WNBA team?… The Los Angeles Sparks!
How did Kamilla Cardoso, a center from South Carolina feel after being the 3rd pick in the WNBA Draft?… She was SKY high!
2025 WNBA #1 Draft Pick The 1st “Paige” in the WNBA Chapter of the Bueckers Book, a UConn legend’s story, is… #1 pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft.
2025 WNBA #1 Draft Pick The Dallas Wings fans are excited to read the 1st “Paige” in the WNBA Chapter of the Bueckers Book, a UConn legend’s story. It starts with being the #1 pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft.
2025 WNBA Draft: How did analysts describe the 2025 WNBA draft when Dominique Malonga was picked #3 overall…. It was a French Revolution.
April 20th: Easter Jokes: What do Easter Bunny helpers get for making a basket?… Two points, just like anyone else. (World’s Best Basketball Jokes)
April 21st: Patriots’ Day Jokes: What is Stephen Curry’s favorite holiday?… Patriots Day. It celebrates “the Shot Heard Round the world!
April 22nd Earth Day Jokes:
Who do basketball players see when they are not feeling well and need a house call?… Dr. J!
April 24th Right Whale Day: The blue whale is so big, that if you laid it end to end on a basketball court… The game would be canceled. (Whale Jokes)
How do the Boston Celtics feel about having a leprechaun as a mascot?… Lucky! (Leprechaun Jokes)

May Jokes

Why was Darth Vader bad at basketball?… He always choked. (Star Wars Jokes)
May the 4th Be With You Jokes: Who is the best Star Wars character at basketball?… Kobe Wan Kenobi. (Star Wars Jokes & Obi Wan Kenobi Jokes)
What is a tree’s least favorite NBA team?… Minnesota Timberwolves. (Minnesota Jokes)
May 6, 2002 Angel Reese’s Birthday: March Madness 2023: How did Angel Reese and her teammates celebrate the National Championship?… With Reeses Pieces.
May 23rd World Turtle Day: What is a turtles’s favorite basketball drill for defense?… The shell drill.
Basketball Jokes for Memorial Day: Knock knock?…Who is there?…Boo… Boo Who?… Don’t cry! We have the best basketball jokes for Memorial Day.
Basketball Jokes for Memorial Day: What team should you support on Memorial Day?… The Philadelphia 76ers.
Basketball Jokes for Memorial Day: What NBA team has the best Memorial Day cookouts?… The Houston Rockets,
May 25th What is the favorite NBA team of Indy 500 fans?… The Indiana Pacers. (NBA Basketball Jokes)
May 28, 1938 Jerry West’s birthday
May 28th: National Hamburger Day: Why aren’t burgers too good at basketball?… Too many turnovers! (Hamburger Jokes)
May 29th National Flip Flop Day: Marcus Smart is a polarizing NBA player. Fans think he is a clutch player with defensive intensity that is out of this world. Critics think he is nothing but a flop. (NBA Basketball Jokes)

June Jokes

June 1st National Trails Day: I just made a pre-game playlist for basketball. It consists of Peanuts, Eminem, California Raisins and The Cranberries… I call it my Trail Mix. (California Jokes / Music Jokes / Hiking Jokes / Peanut Jokes)
Phil Jackson took the Chicago Bulls on a hike to climb a mountain… He wanted them to have a higher basketball IQ. (NBA Basketball Jokes)
June 3rd National Egg Day: What’s an egg’s favorite basketball team?… Yokelahomia City Thunder. (Basketball Jokes & Oklahoma Jokes)
June 4th National Cheese Day: What do you call a piece of cheese that likes to shoot hoops?… Swiss! (Cheese Jokes)
What do you call a movie about Lebron James in the NBA Finals?… The Loss of the Rings. (101 Lord of the Rings Jokes)
2023 NBA Draft: The Thompson Twins Amen Houston Rockets #4 pick & Ausar #5 Detroit Pistons pick have a sharp shooting dad. They often entered international 3 on 3 basketball tournaments and stunned opponents…. No one had an answer for the pick and pop. (365 Music Jokes)
June 7th National Donut Day: Which fast-food chain would be a good basketball player?… Dunkin’ Donuts. (Donut Jokes)
I know why the Boston Celtics picked the them of “Different Here” for the 2024 NBA Playoffs… They talk different. Just as a Celtics fan to say “Park the car in Harvard Yard!” (Massachusetts Jokes)
Who is the most honest player in the history of basketball?… Paul “The Truth” Pierce.
2024 NBA Finals: Response of Jrue Holiday, the Boston Celtics guard when asked how he plans to go about slowing the Dallas Mavericks playmaker in the 2024 NBA Finals… “Pray.”
Why did the Celtics go to Miami?… To beat the heat. (Florida Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for Father’s Day: Caitlin Clark and her dad always play in a Father’s Day 2 vs. 2 tournament. Her dad is a sharp shooter too. They are unstoppable…. No one had an answer for the pick and pop. (Basketball Jokes for Father’s Day & WNBA Jokes)
June 16th Basketball Jokes for Father’s Day: What is the best play when you are playing basketball on the same team as your dad?… Pick and Pop. (Basketball Jokes for Father’s Day)
June 17th 617 Day: The unofficial holiday of the Boston Celtics. (June 17th is date the Celtics won the 2008 and 2024 NBA Titles.) (Boston Celtics Jokes)
NBA Draft Jokes: NBA Draft Lottery Pick Motto: “That is the way the ball bounces.”
What legendary college basketball coach would be a great major league baseball pitcher?… Coach K! (Baseball Jokes)
2024 NBA Finals: How was the Boston Celtics 2024 NBA Championship Parade?… just ducky! Cue The Ducks (Duck Jokes)
2024... Another banner year in Boston! (NBA Finals Jokes)
Why did the #1 NBA Draft Pick go to jail?… Because he shot the ball! (Police Jokes)
What do basketball cheerleaders drink before they go to a game?… Root beer! (365 Sports Jokes & Cheerleading Jokes)
NBA Draft Jokes: 2024 Draft: How did analysts describe the 2024 NBA draft with FOUR FRENCH players drafted in the 1st round?… “Très bien, mon ami.” (French Translation: Very good my friend.)
NBA Draft Jokes: 2024 Draft: JJ Reddick is thrilled to add Bronny James to the Lakers. He already has a great go to play for the father son dynamic duo that will be unstoppable….. Pick and Pop.
June 27th National Sunglasses Day: Why was the basketball coach wearing sunglasses?… He had bright players!

July Jokes

What NBA player would be a great spokesperson for the 4th of July?… Enes Freedom. (4th of July Jokes)
What is basketball players favorite type of firework?… a flare (screen). (Fireworks Jokes)
July 4th Basketball Jokes: Who would be a great NBA center if he gave up his musical career?… POST Malone! (365 Music Jokes)
July 4th Basketball Jokes: What NBA team is the most popular on the 4th of July?… The Houston Rockets. (Texas Jokes)
In what sport is a basket filled but never gets full?… basketball. (Top 10 Sports Jokes)
My tennis career has taught me I can be the best basketball player ever… Nothing but net. (Tennis Jokes)
What is a great warm-up song for a basketball team?… Shoot to Thrill by AC/DC. (365 Music Jokes)
What kind of stories are told by college basketball players?…. Tall Tales. (Library Jokes)
Why did the basketball player visit the bank?… His checks were all bouncing.
Heat Wave Jokes: What is the unofficial basketball team of the heat wave?… The Miami Heat. (365 Basketball Jokes)
2024 Draft: How did analysts describe the 2024 NBA draft with FOUR FRENCH players drafted in the 1st round?… Another French Revolution.
Basketball Jokes for Bastille Day: Did you hear the basketball joke about Bastille Day?… It’s a riot.
Did you hear about the basketball team that doesn’t have a website?… They can’t string three “Ws” together. (Computer Jokes)
How do you beat the heat in the summertime?… Score more points than them. (Heat Wave Jokes)
July 17th National Hot Dog Day: What do you call a basketball player who dribbles between his legs, throws no look and behind the back passes, and celebrates 3-point shots?… a hot dog. (Best NBA 3-point celebrations)
July 18th: National Ice Cream Day: Top 10 Ice Cream Jokes: In a heat wave, what do you call a 3-pointer?… A hot shot. (365 Basketball Jokes)
Why violation do ghosts get called for the most in basketball?… Ghoul tending.
Why is a baby good at basketball?… Because they’re always dribbling. (Baby Jokes)
Where do basketball players get their uniforms from?… New Jersey!
The anti-vax basketball team lost every game this season…. Apparently they never take any shots. (Covid Jokes)
1992 Dream Team: Knock, knock… Who’s there?… Canoe… Canoe who?… Canoe name the coach of the 1992 USA Basketball Dream team? (Summer Olympics Jokes)
July 24th What do Karl Malone, Santa Claus, and the mailman have in common?… They always deliver. (Mailman Jokes & Super Bowl Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: What do you call an Olympic basketball player that misses dunks?… Alley Whoops. (Summer Olympics Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: What legendary USA olympic basketball coach would be the worst major league baseball hitter?… Coach K! (Baseball Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: They always asked me if I play basketball for my country in the Olympics because I was tall… They stopped asking me that when I asked them if they play mini-golf.
Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: Why hasn’t Europe ever won Olympic gold in basketball?… Because Europe isn’t a country.
Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: What international basketball player reads the most?… Devon “Book” er.
Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: What is a USA Basketball fans favorite superhero?… Ant Man. (Minnesota Jokes)
July 31st: Top 10 Harry Potter Jokes: In addition to playing quidditch, Harry Potter played basketball?… He averaged nine and three quarters points per game. (Harry Potter Jokes)

August Jokes

Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: What do you call an Olympic basketball player who smells really good?… Kevin Deodurant.
August 2nd: What Boston Celtic legend would make a great bartender?… Kristaps Porziņģis.
What song does The Basketball Tournament HATE?… The Final Countdown by Europe. (365 Music Jokes)
August 4th National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day: Why do college basketball players love Chocolate Chip cookies?… Because they can dunk them! (Oreo Cookie Jokes)
August 5th What is a Minnesota Timberwolves’ fans favorite superhero?… Ant Man. (Minnesota Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: Why did the Olympic basketball player always use the pay phone?… He loved dropping dimes.
August 6th National Twins Day: The Thompson Twins were an amazing musical group in the 80s. Most people don’t know they were also decent at basketball and had a sharp shooting dad. They often entered local 3 on 3 basketball tournaments and stunned opponents…. No one had an answer for the pick and pop.
Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: What is an Olympic basketball player’s favorite thing about astronomy?… Shooting stars. (Astronomy Jokes)
August 8th, 1992 1992 Dream Team: Knock, knock… Who’s there?… Canoe… Canoe who?… Canoe name all the members of the 1992 USA Basketball Dream team? (Summer Olympics Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: What is a USA Basketball fans favorite superhero?… Ant Man. (Minnesota Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: Steph Curry. 36 points against Serbia to lead the USA to gold medal game vs. France… He knows how to spice it up!
Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: What a great Olympic performance by Lebron James. I just don’t know… Is he King James or Captain America?
Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: France basketball had a great Olympic run and even gave Team USA a scare in the Gold Medal game, but ultimately settled for the the Silver… C’est la vie!
Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: What does every USA basketball do during each halftime at the Paris Olympics?… Go “Oui, Oui?”
Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: What do you call an Olympic basketball player who dribbles between his legs, throws no look and behind the back passes, and celebrates 3-point shots?… A hot dog. (Best NBA 3-point celebrations)
Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: What reggae song do Olympic basketball players like?… Welcome to Jamrock. (365 Music Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: What legendary Olympic basketball would be an awful major league baseball hitter?… Coach K! (Baseball Jokes)
1992 Dream Team: Knock, knock… Who’s there?… Canoe… Canoe who?… Canoe name the country that lost to 1992 USA Basketball Dream team in the gold medal game? (Summer Olympics Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: France basketball had a great Olympic run and even gave Team USA a scare in the Gold Medal game, but ultimately settled for the the Silver… C’est la vie.
Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: After winning the Gold Medal with a DNP – CD. @TyHaliburton22 “When you ain’t do nun on the group project and still get an A”
Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: What country do pirates always cheer for in basketball in the Olympics?… Arrrrrrrrrrrgh….gentina. (Pirate Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: USA basketball coming from 17 points down against Serbia in the 2024 Paris Olympics semifinals…. No Jokic.
What do an angry bunny and NBA Dunk Contest Champions have in common?… Mad hops.
What would you get if you crossed a basketball and the Invisible Man?… Skills like no one has ever seen.
Why do the UCLA basketball have to drink their coffee black?… Because KAREEM has graduated. (Coffee Jokes)
They always asked me if I play basketball because I was tall… They stopped asking me that when I asked them if they play mini-golf. (Golf Jokes)
What do you call a shrimp that is good at basketball?… Leprawn James.
Why did the Harlem Globetrotters have a ghost on their team?… To add a little team spirit.
Playing basketball with vampires is tough… No Blood! No Foul!
Why was the mummy sent into the basketball game as the 6th man?… Because the coach knew, once he sent the mummy in the game would be all wrapped up.
Did you hear about the ghost basketball team?… They can’t shoot or defend, but the have a lot of spirit. (Ghost Jokes)
Why is basketball the grossest college sport?… Because they dribble all over the court.
Why did the basketball player always use the pay phone?… He loved dropping dimes.
Did you know Steven Spielberg and John Williams like to play basketball together? … He shoots, he scores. (Movie Jokes & Music Jokes)
Why are ghosts great at playing basketball defense?… They are great at getting through screens. (Ghost Jokes)
What’s the difference between a bad basketball player and a dollar bill?… You can still get four quarters out of a dollar bill.
What’s the first meal of the day called for basketball players?… Fast Breaks!

September Jokes

Labor Day Jokes: My tennis career has taught me I can be the best basketball player ever… Nothing but net. (Tennis Jokes)
World Beard Day Jokes Beard Jokes: What sports team is hated by all beard lovers?… The LA Clippers! (Beard Jokes)
Willis Reed, NBA Hall-of-Famer, would be a great spokesperson for National Book Day. (Book Jokes)
Where do point guards take their girlfriends to dance?… Basket Balls! (Dance Jokes)
The psychology instructor had just finished a lecture on mental health and had proceeded to give an oral quiz to the freshman class. Speaking specifically about manic depression, the instructor asked, “How would you diagnose a patient who walks back and forth screaming at the top of his lungs one minute, then sits in a chair weeping uncontrollably the next?” A young man in the rear of the room raised his hand and answered, “A basketball coach?” (Psychology Jokes)
September 6th National Read a Book Day Jokes: Did you read the Manute Bol biography?… It is a TALL tale.
September 7th World Beard Day James Harden… the unofficial spokesperson for World Beard Day. (Beard Jokes)
September 8th Grandparents Day: A granddaughter was visiting her grandma at the nursing home. When the girl walked into the room, the grandma smiled. The girl enthusiastically said, “Grandma you have March Madness teeth! You are down to your Final Four!” (Final Four Jokes & World’s Best Basketball Jokes)
What is a sad, sad, college basketball team?… The Duke Blue Devils. (Psychology Jokes)
Hanging in the hallway at the college are the basketball team pictures from the past 40 years. A player in the center of the front row in each picture holds a basketball identifying the year — “62-63,” “63-64,” “64-65,” etc. One day I spotted a freshman looking curiously at the photos. Turning to me, he said, “Isn’t it strange how the teams always lost by one point?”
What type of earrings does a basketball wear?… Hoops.
What is a basketball player’s favorite thing about astronomy?… Shooting stars. (Astronomy Jokes)
September 13th: National Peanut Day Jokes: What is a peanut’s favorite basketball drill for defense?… The shell drill.
September 17th: What is Red Auerbach’s favorite Pink Floyd song?… Have a cigar. (365 Music Jokes)
What’s a pirate’s favorite college basketball team?… Seton Hall Pirates. (Pirate Jokes)
September 19th International Talk Like a Pirate Day Jokes: What’s a pirate’s favorite basketball move?… Jump hook. (Pirate Jokes)
What do you call a college basketball player that misses dunks?… Alley Whoops.
Why would Coach Dean Smith love to have at least 5 anti-vax basketball players for his Four Corners offense. …. they never take any shots. (North Carolina Jokes)
Why did Ron Artest leave the game early?… He wanted to beat the crowd.
Coach Krzyzewski Baseball Career: Coach K had an amazing career as a college basketball coach. Many people do not know that before coaching basketball, he was a baseball player. He was a solid infielder and outfield, but Coach “K” was the worst hitter on the team. Coach K was always a focused on team success from a very young age. The baseball coach saw this and want to find a role for him. He tried him out on the mound and found out that Coach K was a fantastic pitcher. He finished the season pitching and lead the pitching staff in strikeouts. He truly was Coach K! (North Carolina Jokes & Baseball Jokes)
If Shaquille O’Neal was a shade of blue he would be Shaquille O’Teal. (March Madness Jokes)
Why did the basketball player go to jail?… Because he shot the ball! (Police Jokes)
Many basketball players fail their tests in school because they do not want to pass.
What role does a Dalmatian Dog fill on a basketball team?… A “spot” shooter.
They’re a basketball team in transition… They’re going from bad to worse.
Basketball stars don’t pass away – they just crossover. (Cemetery Jokes)
Why did the basketball team change their name to the Possums?… Because they play dead at home and they die on the road.

October Jokes / Basketball Jokes for October

October 1st International Coffee Day: Why do the Lakers have to drink their coffee black?… There is no more KAREEM. (Coffee Jokes & NBA Basketball Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for Halloween: How do point gourds to get so strong?… By pumpkin iron.
Basketball Jokes for Halloween: Did you hear about the pumpkin who played basketball?… He was a point gourd. (Pumpkin Jokes)
October 4th National Taco Day: What basketball player would be a great spokesperson for National Taco Day?… Tacko Fall. (Taco Jokes)
I am a big Star Wars fan and LA Laker fan… I dressed up as Kobe Wan Kenobi for Halloween. (Star Wars Jokes & Obi Wan Kenobi Jokes)
October 7th: National Taco Day: What basketball player would be a great spokesperson for National Taco Day?… Tacko Fall. (Taco Jokes)
October 8th: World Octopus Day: Why does an octopus perform poorly on a basketball court?… It’s always getting tentacle fouls.
October 9th: Leif Erikson Day Jokes: Why was Leif Erikson so bad at basketball?… He was always traveling. (World Geography Jokes)
Why was Dracula get a technical foul?… He was a pain in the neck!
Basketball Jokes for Halloween: Orange you pumped for Halloween Basketball Jokes? (Crayon Jokes)
October 14th Basketball Jokes for Columbus Day & Columbus Day Jokes: Why was Christopher Columbus awful at basketball?… He was traveled too much. (World Geography Jokes)
October 17th: National Pasta Day: Scouting report for the linguini basketball team: Very unselfish offensively. They pasta the ball exceptionally well. Defensively, their length really gives teams trouble on defense. (Pasta Jokes)
Why was Dracula on the 15-day disabled list?… He was a pain in the neck!
Knock knock… Who’s there?… Canoe… Canoe who?… Canoe dress up as a basketball player for Halloween? (Canoe Jokes)
Knock knock… Who’s there?… Canoe… Canoe who?… Canoe dress up as a basketball for Halloween? (Canoe Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for Halloween: Knock knock… Who’s there?… Canoe… Canoe who?… Canoe dress up as a basketball coach for Halloween? (Canoe Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for Halloween: What is the #1 Halloween costume for a Star Wars fan who loves basketball?… Kobe Wan Kenobi.
October 23rd Basketball Jokes for Mole Day: What is Avogadro’s favorite basketball team?… the Molewaukee Bucks. Mole Day Jokes:
What violation do ghosts get called for the most in basketball?… Ghoul tending. (Ghost Jokes)
What do you get when you cross a basketball player with a monster?… a double header!
October 26th National Pumpkin Day: What do you call a pumpkin that can slam dunk a basketball?… Michael Gourdan (Pumpkin Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for Halloween: Why was Cinderella such a bad basketball player?… Her coach was a pumpkin. (Top Holiday Jokes & Top Halloween Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for Halloween: Why was Dracula ejected from the basketball game?… He was a pain in the neck!
Basketball Jokes for Halloween: Why didn’t the skeleton want to go to the basketball game?… Because he had no body to go with.
Basketball Jokes for Halloween: What do you call an athletic pumpkin?… A jock o’ lantern.
Basketball Jokes for Halloween: Knock knock… Who’s there?… Canoe… Canoe who?… Canoe play basketball on Halloween? (Canoe Jokes)

Basketball Jokes for November / November Jokes for Kids

Basketball Jokes for the Election: Ever wonder why there is no Congressional basketball game?… Because Congress cannot pass anything.(Election Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for the Election: OluKai and Reef… The official footwear of the Election Day basketball game.
Basketball Jokes for the Election: Why are there so many turned ankles in the Congressional basketball game?… All the players are wearing flip flops.
Basketball Jokes for the Election: Where do they play the Election Day basketball game?… At the Electoral College.
Knock, knock… Who’s there?… Woo… Woo, who?… What are you cheering for this college basketball season? (Knock Knock Basketball Jokes)
November 5th: Basketball Jokes for the Election: Vote James Naismith for President!
Basketball Jokes for the Election: If a jockey wears jockey shorts, and a basketball player wears basketball shorts, what kind of shorts does the President wear?… Depends.
What month should you never ask to the coach youth basketball?… “NO” vember (November Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for Veterans Day: What do you call a really high ranking snack at the Army – Navy Basketball game?… A popcorn colonel. (Memorial Day Jokes & Popcorn Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for Veterans Day: How is a bag of popcorn at a basketball game like an army?… It has lots of kernels. (Memorial Day Jokes & Veterans Day Jokes & Popcorn Jokes)
November 11th: Veterans Day Jokes: Why was David Robinson arrested on Veterans Day?… He shot the basketball.
What month should you never ask to do the basketball scorebook?… “NO” vember (November Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for Thanksgiving: What do a Thanksgiving turkey and a college basketball pep band have in common?… the drumsticks.
Knock, knock… Who’s there?… Gladys… Gladys who?…. Gladys the best list of basketball jokes for Thanksgiving. Aren’t you? (Thanksgiving Knock Knock Jokes)
What month should you never ask to the work the clock at a basketball game?… “NO” vember. (Labor Day Jokes & November Jokes)
If the Pilgrims were alive today AND played basketball, what would they be most famous for?… Their AGE! (Grandparents Jokes)
What’s the best dance to do at a Thanksgiving basketball game?… The turkey trot! (Turkey Jokes)
Geography Awareness Week: Who is the geography teacher’s favorite NBA player of all-time?… Jerry West. (Geography Jokes)
Geography Awareness Week: 2008 NBA Finals: Who is the geography teacher’s favorite Celtics coach of all-time?… Doc Rivers. (Geography Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for Thanksgiving: What band is great to listen to before a Thanksgiving family basketball game?… The Cranberries!
Basketball Jokes for Thanksgiving: What kind of music did the Pilgrims listen to before playing a basketball game?… Plymouth Rock! (Music Jokes & Pilgrim Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for Thanksgiving: Which English pop singer is would be a good choice to sing the national anthem around Thanksgiving?… Pumpkin Spice. (Pumpkin Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for Thanksgiving: If the pilgrims came on the Mayflower, then what does the Division I college basketball player come on?… The scholar ships. (Thanksgiving Jokes & Pilgrim Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for Thanksgiving: What is the #1 defensive play for Thanksgiving?… The “stuff!”
Basketball Jokes for Thanksgiving: What’s the key to a great Thanksgiving basketball game?… The turKEY (Turkey Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for Thanksgiving: What sound does a limping turkey make after a sprained ankle at a basketball game?…“Wobble, wobble!” (Turkey Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for Thanksgiving: My family told me to stop telling Thanksgiving basketball jokes … … but I told them I couldn’t quit “cold turkey.”
Basketball Jokes for Thanksgiving: What is a Pilgrim’s favorite basketball move?… The “stuff!”
Black Friday Basketball Jokes: I’m going to spend a thousand dollars for a new basketball hoop on Black Friday… It’s going to be grand. (Computer Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for Thanksgiving: What do you wear to a Thanksgiving basketball game?… A Har – VEST. (Fall Jokes)

December Jokes for Kids / Basketball Jokes for December

What month should you call on when you need a stop on defense?… “D” ecember.
Christmas Basketball Jokes: What is a basketball player’s favorite Christmas song?… “Oh Christmas Three, Oh Christmas Three!” (Christmas Tree Jokes & Music Jokes)
If a basketball player gets athlete’s foot, what does an astronaut get… Missile Toe! (Astronomy Jokes)
December 4th: National Cookie Day Jokes: Why do basketball players love chocolate chip cookies?… Because they can dunk them! (Basketball Jokes, Coaching Youth Basketball, Youth Basketball 101)
What is Rudolph’s favorite NBA basketball team?… The Milwaukee Bucks. (Christmas Jokes & Wisconsin Jokes)
December 6th: (Jason Tatum’s Birthday) What is Jason Tatum’s favorite Beach Boys song?…. Little Deuce Coupe.
Basketball Jokes for the Summer Olympics: What is Jason Tatum’s favorite Beach Boys song?…. Little Deuce Coupe. (365 Music Jokes)
December 7th (Larry Bird’s Birthday) What famous Southern Rock anthem is the same as the Boston Celtics offense during the 1980s… Free Bird.
What version of the National Anthem is most popular in high school gyms before a basketball games during the Christmas season?… A “wreath” a Franklin. (Christmas Wreath Jokes & Live NFL Performance)
Jimmy V Week: What is a heart surgeons’s favorite basketball team of all time?… 1983 N.C. State NCAA Champions – the Cardiac Pack..
What month is defense stopper on the calendar basketball team?… “D” ecember.
What is a basketball coach’s favorite Christmas song?… “Oh Christmas Three, Oh Christmas Three!” (Christmas Tree Jokes & Music Jokes)
What is Santa’s favorite basketball team?… The New York Old St. Nicks. (NBA Jokes)
Basketball Joke for Friday the 13th: There’s an away college basketball game against the #1 team in the country on Friday the 13th of December… A nightmare before Christmas some may say. (December Jokes & Christmas Jokes)
Why is basketball the grossest professional sport?… Because they dribble all over the court. (Top 10 Sports Jokes)
2024 NBA Finals: December 16, 1773: Boston Tea Party. June 17th, 2024: Boston Three Party.
Who is the best choice of a musical artist to sing the National Anthem at an NBA game during the Christmas season?… A “wreath” a Franklin, (Christmas Wreath Jokes & Live NFL Performance)
December 18, 1946 Steven Spielberg’s Birthday: Did you know Steven Spielberg and John Williams like to play basketball together? … He shoots, he scores. (Movie Jokes & Music Jokes)
Why was Rudolph the Reindeer ineligible for his college basketball team?… His grade went down in history. (Reindeer Jokes & World’s Best Basketball Jokes)
Christmas Basketball Jokes: Why did the North Pole basketball team struggle?… They had low elf esteem!
Why do basketball players leave donuts for Santa?… So he can dunk them! (Cookie Jokes)
Christmas Basketball Jokes: What do Karl Malone, Santa Clause, and the mailman have in common?… They always deliver. (Mailman Jokes & Super Bowl Jokes)
Christmas Basketball Jokes: What kind of coffee do basketball players leave for Santa?… Dunkin’ Donuts.
Christmas Basketball Jokes: What is Santa’s favorite basketball play?… the give and “GO GO GO!”
Christmas Basketball Jokes: What kind of breakfast treat do basketball players leave for Santa?… Dunkin’ Donuts.
Basketball Jokes for Christmas Eve: What song describes a youth basketball player practicing on Christmas Eve… A shot in the dark. (Music Jokes)
Christmas Basketball Jokes: What is a basketball fan’s favorite Christmas song?… “Oh Christmas Three, Oh Christmas Three!” (Christmas Tree Jokes & Music Jokes)
Christmas Basketball Jokes: Why can’t college basketball players go on Christmas vacation?… They aren’t allowed to travel.
Christmas Basketball Jokes: What is Santa’s favorite NBA basketball team?… The Milwaukee Bucks. (Christmas Jokes & Wisconsin Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for New Year’s Eve: What song is best for a youth basketball player working on his game on New Year’s Eve?… A shot in the Dark by Ozzy Osbourne. (365 Music Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for New Year’s Eve: Youth Basketball Coach. “I love when they drop the ball in Times Square …… It’s a nice reminder of what my players did all year.”
Basketball Jokes for New Year’s Eve: May all your losing streaks last as long as your New Year’s resolutions.
Basketball Jokes for New Year’s Eve: What do the basketball cheerleaders say on New Year’s Day?… Happy New Cheer!
Basketball Jokes for New Year’s Eve: What did the basketball coach say when finishing up practice on Dec. 31?… “See you next year!”
Why should a basketball player stand on just his left foot during the New Year’s Eve countdown?… So he start the New Year on the right foot.
December 31st: Basketball Jokes for New Year’s Eve: What does the NBA Dunk Champion say on New Year’s Eve?…. Hoppy New Year! (Easter Jokes).

January Jokes for Kids

Basketball Jokes for New Year’s Day: What New Year’s resolution should a basketball player never make?… To travel more. (Travel Guest Blogs & Basketball Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for New Year’s Day: What does the NBA Dunk Champion say on New Year’s Day?…. Hoppy New Year!
Basketball Jokes for New Year’s Day: What did Bugs Bunny say to the Looney Tunes Squad at the New Year’s Day Practice?… Hoppy New Year!
January 4th: National Spaghetti Day Jokes: Scouting report for the spaghetti basketball team: Very unselfish offensively. They pasta the ball exceptionally well. Defensively, their length really gives teams trouble on defense. (Pasta Jokes)
January 5th is National Bird Day. Do you know who we are cheering for in the NBA on National Bird Day?… The Atlanta Hawks and New Orleans Pelicans.
What is the best NBA match-up for National Bird Day?… The Atlanta Hawks vs. the New Orleans Pelicans.
Why is Jack Frost such a great 3-point shooter?… He freezes his followthrough. (Winter Jokes)
What’s the first meal of the day called for basketball players?… Fast Breaks! (Breakfast Jokes)
The anti-vax basketball team lost every game they played…. Apparently they never take any shots. (Covid Jokes)
What did Delaware to the basketball game?… Idaho, Alaska. Maybe her New Jersey. (Top 50 State Jokes)
January 11th National Milk Day: “Why shouldn’t I milk it? We’re an agricultural institution.” (after all his endorsement offers after North Carolina State won the NCAA Tournament)
Why was Rudolph the Reindeer ineligible for his college basketball team?… He went down in history (from an 82 to a 67). (Reindeer Jokes & World’s Best Basketball Jokes)
January 13th Wolf Moon Jokes: NC State Basketball… The unofficial college basketball team of the Wolf Moon.
January 14th: What rapper has a sweet looking basketball jump shot?… LL Cool J! (365 Music Jokes)
What violation do ghosts get called for the most in basketball?… Ghoul tending. (Ghost Jokes)
The Thompson Twins were an amazing musical group in the 80s. Most people don’t know they were also decent at basketball and had a sharp shooting dad. They often entered local 3 on 3 basketball tournaments and stunned opponents…. No one had an answer for the pick and pop. (365 Music Jokes)
I have been watching basketball lately, and I gotta say I can hardly tolerate Kevin Durant… He stinks compared to his brother, Deo.
January 19th National Popcorn Day: What is popcorn’s favorite basketball play?… The Pick and Pop!
January 19th National Popcorn Day: Who is popcorn’s favorite NBA basketball coach of all-time?… Coach Gregg Popovich of the San Antonio Spurs.
Inauguration Jokes: What is the most popular college for inauguration?… The Electoral College. (College Jokes)
What is a great warm-up song for a basketball team?… Shoot to Thrill by AC/DC. (365 Music Jokes)
What is the worst basketball warm-up song?… Another brick in the wall. (365 Music Jokes)
The psychology instructor had just finished a lecture on mental health and had proceeded to give an oral quiz to the freshman class. Speaking specifically about manic depression, the instructor asked, “How would you diagnose a patient who walks back and forth screaming at the top of his lungs one minute, then sits in a chair weeping uncontrollably the next?” A young man in the rear of the room raised his hand and answered, “A basketball coach?” (Top Psychology Jokes)
What do you call a college basketball player that misses dunks?… Alley Whoops.
I used to be addicted to basketball… but I rebounded.
“He’s great on the court,” a sportswriter said of a college basketball player in an interview with his coach. “But’s how’s his scholastic work?” “Why, he makes straight A’s,” replied the coach. “Wonderful!” said the sportswriter. “Yes,” agreed the coach, “but his B’s are a little crooked.” (365 School Jokes)
What role does a Dalmatian Dog fill on a basketball team?… A “spot” shooter.
Why did the basketball player visit the bank?… His checks were all bouncing.
They’re a basketball team in transition… They’re going from bad to worse.
What is the favorite NBA team of a lumberjack?… Minnesota Timberwolves. (Minnesota Jokes)

February Jokes

Basketball Jokes for Groundhog Day: Why was Phil kicked off the Punxsutawney basketball team?… For being a ball hog.
February 2nd Basketball Jokes for Groundhog Day: Groundhog Day: What do you call a groundhog that plays basketball?… A ball hog. (Ground Hog Day Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for Valentine’s Day: Basketball Scouting Report on Cupid: Very accurate shooter. DO NOT LEAVE HIM! Takes time to set up for his shot.
Basketball Jokes for Valentine’s Day: What type of shot is a big hit on Valentine’s Day?… A kiss off the glass.
Basketball Jokes for Valentine’s Day: Do you have a date for the basketball game on Valentine’s Day?… I sure do! February 14th.
February 6th, 1945 Bob Marley’s Birthday: What reggae song do basketball players like?… Welcome to Jamrock.
February 7th, 1989 Isaiah Thomas’ (Celtics) Birthday: What basketball player does the Royal Family love?… Isaiah Thomas, the King of the 4th. (King Jokes)
February 8, 1990 Klay Thompson’s Birthday: What do you call a basketball player who loves pottery?… Clay Thompson.
Basketball Jokes for Valentine’s Day: Knock knock?…Who is there?…Boo… Boo Who?… Don’t cry! We have the best basketball jokes for Valentine’s Day jokes.
Super Bowl: A first-grade teacher can’t believe her student isn’t hyped up about the Super Bowl. “It’s a huge event. Why aren’t you excited?” “Because I’m not a football fan. My parents love basketball, so I do too,” says the student. “Well, that’s a lousy reason,” says the teacher. “What if your parents were morons? What would you be then?” “Then I’d be a football fan.” (Jokes for Teachers & Super Bowl Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for Valentine’s Day: Where did the basketball players take a date on Valentine’s day??… The basket ball.
February 12, 1934 Bill Russell’s Birthday: Did you know Bill Russell had a HUGE growth spurt?… His family gave him a nickname. Russell Spouts. (Farming Jokes)
February 13th, 1947 Mike Krzyzewski’s Birthday Coach Krzyzewski Baseball Career: Coach K had an amazing career as a college basketball coach. Many people do not know that before coaching basketball, he was a baseball player. He was a solid infielder and outfield, but Coach “K” was the worst hitter on the team. Coach K was always a focused on team success from a very young age. The baseball coach saw this and want to find a role for him. He tried him out on the mound and found out that Coach K was a fantastic pitcher. He finished the season pitching and lead the pitching staff in strikeouts. He truly was Coach K! (North Carolina Jokes & Baseball Jokes)
February 14th Basketball Jokes for Valentine’s Day: Who loves to shoot 3’s?… Cupid!
What legendary college basketball would be an awful major league baseball hitter, but a great pitcher?… Coach K! (Baseball Jokes)
NBA Jokes: What do an angry bunny and a NBA Dunk Champion have in common?… Mad hops.
Michael Jordan’s Birthday February 17th, 1963: Why did people in the NBA think Michael Jordan was conceited?… Because he was always putting on Airs.
February 18, 1953 James “Fly” Williams’ Birthday: When Austin Peay University had a player named Fly Williams, the students would chant, “The Fly is open! Let’s go Peay!”
Basketball Jokes for Presidents’ Day: OluKai and Reef… The unofficial footwear of the Presidents’ Day.
February 20, 1963 Charles Barkley’s Birthday “All I know is, as long as I led the Southeastern Conference in scoring, my grades would be fine.” Charles Barkley (Alabama Jokes)
High School Basketball Jokes: Knock, knock… Who’s there?… Canoe… Canoe who?… Canoe believe it is the last week of the high school basketball season?
February 22nd, 1950 Julius “Dr. J” Irving’s Birthday: Who do basketball players see when they are not feeling well?… Dr. J!
Why is Jack Frost such a clutch free throw shooter?… He freezes his followthrough.
Tom’s basketball coach has five players: four are named Koko, Momo, Lolo and Jojo. What is the fifth player’s name?… Tom.
Did you know a bunch of retired Indiana basketball players put a team together?… They are called the Indiana Pacemakers. (Indiana Jokes)
February 27, 1807 Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s Birthday: Who was the poet of basketball?… Longfellow.
February 28, 1999 Luka Dončić’s Birthday: What do you call a magician who plays basketball?… Luka Don-trick.
Dean Smith’s Birthday February 28th, 1931 Why would Hall of Fame Coach Dean Smith love to have at least 5 anti-vax basketball players for his Four Corners offense. …. they never take any shots. (North Carolina Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for Leap Year: The unofficial sponsor of Leap Year… JumpMan by Nike!
What has a net but can’t catch?… A basketball hoop!
What violation do ghosts get called for the most in basketball?… Ghoul tending. (Ghost Jokes)
Why is basketball the grossest youth sport?… Because they dribble all over the court. (Top 10 Sports Jokes)

March Jokes / March Madness Jokes

What did the March say to all the madness?… What’s all that bracket.
Knock, knock… Who’s there?… Gladys… Gladys who?…. Gladys the state tournament for high school basketball jokes. Aren’t you?
Basketball Jokes for Mardi Gras: Do you have a date for the Mardi Gras basketball game?… Yes, March 4th, 2025
March National Pancake Day: Why aren’t pancakes too good at basketball?… Too many turnovers! (Hamburger Jokes)
March 6th National Oreo Cookie Day: Why do basketball players love Oreo cookies?… Because they can dunk them! (Basketball Jokes & March Madness Jokes)
March 6th: Marcus Smart is a polarizing NBA player. Fans think he is a clutch player with defensive intensity that is out of this world. Critics think he is nothing but a flop.
March 7th National Cereal Day: What is the #1 cereal for basketball players?… Dunkaroos. (Cereal Jokes)
March 8th Basketball Jokes for March Madness: Duke students have trouble spelling “Krzyzewski.” UNC students have trouble spelling “Smith.” (North Carolina Jokes & Grammar Jokes)
101 Daylight Savings Jokes: What’s the difference between a ball hog and time?… Time passes. (March Madness Jokes & 365 Basketball Jokes)
Knock, knock… Who’s there?… Woo… Woo, who?… What are you cheering for in basketball in March Madness?
Why did the basketball player bring crayons to March Madness?… He wanted to draw fouls. (Final Four Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for St; Patrick’s Day: Knock Knock …. Who’s there? ….Irish!… Irish Who? …. Irish you were a better basketball coach. (St Patrick’s Day Jokes for Teachers & St. Patrick’s Day Knock Knock Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for St; Patrick’s Day: Knock Knock …. Who’s there? ….Irish!… Irish Who? …. Irish we were a better basketball team. (St Patrick’s Day Jokes for Teachers & St. Patrick’s Day Knock Knock Jokes)
March 14th Pi Day: What did the triangle offense say to the ball?… “You’re pointless.” (Geometry Jokes)
Basketball Jokes for St; Patrick’s Day: Knock Knock …. Who’s there? ….Irish!… Irish Who? …. Irish the referee weren’t so blind. (St Patrick’s Day Jokes for Teachers & St. Patrick’s Day Knock Knock Jokes)
Knock, knock… Who’s there?… Gladys… Gladys who?…. Gladys the state championship for high school basketball. Aren’t you?
March 17th Basketball Jokes for St; Patrick’s Day: Knock Knock …. Who’s there? ….Irish!… Irish Who? …. Irish you were a better basketball player. (St Patrick’s Day Jokes for Teachers & St. Patrick’s Day Knock Knock Jokes)
First Four Jokes: March Madness Pick-up Line: I wish I were Dayton you!
First Four Jokes: The Boston Celtics had TWO Big Threes… Xavier has the Three Musketeers.
March 20th World Frog Day: Why are frogs so good at basketball?… Because they always make jump shots!
Who is a lumberjack’s favorite March Madness player?… Kansas guard Nick “Timber” lake. (Kansas Jokes)
2025 March Madness Jokes & Duke Basketball Jokes: What fan base keeps psychiatrists busy during March Madness?… The Cameron Crazies.
2025 March Madness Jokes: My bracket is less “March Madness” and more “March Sadness.”
Tom Izzo good coach… He has taken SIXTEEN teams to the SWEET SIXTEEN.
2025 March Madness Jokes: Derik Queen…. is King. (after buzzer beater to beat Colorado State to advance to the Sweet 16.)
2025 March Madness: Big East = Big Least (All Five Big East were all eliminated by the second round)
There are not many guarantees in March Madness…. But I guaranteed the Cougars will win the First Round game on March 20th, 2025.. (#1 Houston vs. #16 SIUE)
2025 March Madness Jokes & Duke Basketball Jokes: Cooper Flagg is the Maine attraction in March Madness.
2025 March Madness Jokes: Cooper Flagg… forces opponents to raise the white flag.
Crayola March Madness Jokes: Great Crayola March Madness Match-up: 2025 East Regional Final: #1 Duke Blue Devils vs. #2 Alabama Crimson Tide.
March 31st National Crayon Day: Why did the basketball player bring crayons to the game?… He wanted to draw fouls. (Final Four Jokes)

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