131+ Basketball Puns to Hoop Safely into Laughter!

Prepare to dribble down the court of laughter with our puns-packed basketball extravaganza! You’ll find yourself sinking baskets of humor as you pass through each heading, from “Shoot for the Stars: Puns that Slam!” to “Overtime Outtakes: Puns that Never Foul Out.”

We’ve got jokes that’ll make you dribble in delight, puns that’ll make you pass out laughing, and slam dunks of wordplay that will leave you weak at the knees. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a rookie on the comedy court, these basketball puns will have you shooting from beyond the arc of hilarity.

So, lace up your laughing shoes and join us on this courtside comedy adventure. Get ready to witness the ultimate free throw of funny as we swish you away with puns that are nothing but net!

Shoot for the Stars: Puns that Slam!

1. What do you call a star that’s always on the go? A shooting star.
2. Why did the star go to the doctor? Because it wasn’t feeling stellar!
3. What do you call a star that’s always getting into trouble? A falling star. 🚀
4. What do you call a star that’s always making jokes? A pun star.
5. What do you call a star that’s always hungry? A Star-ving star.
6. What do you call a star that’s always cold? A Chilly-star.
7. What do you call a star that’s always happy? A Jolly-star. ⭐️
8. What do you call a star that’s always sad? A Blue-star.
9. What do you call a star that’s always getting lost? A Star-crossed star.
10. What do you call a star that’s always making noise? A Loud-star.
11. What do you call a star that’s always getting into trouble? A Problem-star.
12. What do you call a star that’s always late? A Tardy-star.
13. What do you call a star that’s always breaking things? A Careless-star.
14. What do you call a star that’s always bragging? A Boastful-star.
15. What do you call a star that’s always complaining? A Whiny-star.
16. What do you call a star that’s always trying to be funny? A Comedic-star.
17. What do you call a star that’s always trying to be the center of attention? A Drama-star.
18. What do you call a star that’s always trying to be cool? A Hipster-star. 💫
19. What do you call a star that’s always trying to be perfect? A Perfectionist-star.
20. What do you call a star that’s always trying to be unique? A Quirky-star.

Hoop-tastic Wordplay: The Ultimate Slam Dunk

1. Why did the basketball player go to the grocery store? To buy some slam dunks!
2. What do you call a basketball player with a bad attitude? A foul-mouthed baller! 🏀
3. Why did the basketball hoop get so popular? Because it was a slam dunk!
4. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting into trouble? A backboard bully!
5. Why did the basketball player get a job at the post office? To deliver the mail with a slam dunk!
6. What do you call a basketball player who’s always in the doghouse? A kennel-try scorer!
7. Why did the basketball team lose their game? Because they were all air balls!
8. What do you call a basketball player who’s always making bad passes? A turnover king!
9. Why did the basketball player get kicked out of the game? For traveling!
10. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting injured? A walking wounded warrior!
11. Why did the basketball player get lost? Because he took a wrong turn!
12. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting into fights? A technical foul machine!
13. Why did the basketball player get a job as a crossing guard? To help kids dodge traffic!
14. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting picked last? A bench warmer!
15. Why did the basketball player get a job as a pizza delivery driver? To deliver the dough with a slam dunk!
16. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting fouled? A foul magnet!
17. Why did the basketball player get a job as a janitor? To clean up the court after the game!
18. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting blocked? A shot-blocking machine!
19. Why did the basketball player get a job as a bartender? To serve up some slam dunks!
20. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting injured? A walking wounded warrior! 🏀

Dribble Your Way to Laughter: Basketful of Puns

1. What do you call a basketball player with no shoes? Air B(a)ll!
2. Why did the basketball coach go to the bank? To make free throws!
3. What do you call a basketball team that’s always getting into trouble? The Foul Balls! 🏀
4. What did the basketball say to the rim? “I’m coming!”
5. Why are basketball courts so dusty? Because they’re always being dribbled on!
6. What do you call a basketball player who’s always late for practice? A court jester!
7. Why did the basketball player get lost? Because he didn’t know where the court was!
8. What do you call a basketball player who can’t shoot? A backboard!
9. Why are basketball players so good at math? Because they’re always counting the points!
10. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting fouled? A foul-mouthed player! 🏀
11. Why did the basketball player wear sunglasses? To protect his eyes from the sun!
12. What do you call a basketball player who’s always tripping? A foul-up!
13. Why did the basketball player go to the doctor? To get his shots!
14. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting into arguments? A teammate!
15. Why are basketball players so good at dancing? Because they’re always doing the two-step!
16. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting injured? A stretcher case! 🏀
17. Why did the basketball player eat the chalk? Because he wanted to improve his free throw!
18. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting picked on? A scapegoat!
19. Why did the basketball player go to the grocery store? To buy some slam-dunkin’ doughnuts!
20. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting in trouble? A pain in the hoop!

Passing on the Puns: Court-Side Comedy

1. What do you call a lawyer who never wins a case? A prosecuting attorney 😂
2. Why did the bailiff get fired? Because he kept falling 🏀 asleep on the job.
3. What do you call a judge who loves to eat 🍕 pizza? A pizza-dictor!
4. Why did the court reporter get a new typewriter? Because the old one was a real crime 🏀
5. What do you call a lawyer who’s always getting into trouble? ⚖️ A bar-ristah
6. Why did the judge cross the road? To get to the other side of the aisle
7. What do you call a lawyer who’s always on the phone? ☎️ A cell-phone-y attorney
8. Why did the prosecutor get a cold? From all the ice ❄️ they use in the courtroom
9. What do you call a lawyer who’s always late? A clock-watcher
10. Why did the defendant cross the room? To get to the other side of the argument
11. What do you call a lawyer who’s always in a bad mood? A grouch-o-the-law
12. Why did the judge wear sunglasses? Because they couldn’t stand the glare ☀️ of justice
13. What do you call a lawyer who’s always arguing? A point-maker
14. Why did the lawyer get lost in the woods? Because they took the wrong turn at the fork 🛣️
15. What do you call a lawyer who’s always getting into accidents? A fender-bender
16. Why did the judge get a divorce? Because they couldn’t handle the spouse 💑
17. What do you call a lawyer who’s always trying to make a buck? A dollar-chasing attorney
18. Why did the lawyer take a nap in the library? Because they needed to book 📚 some rest
19. What do you call a lawyer who’s always wearing a suit? A suit-a-holic
20. Why did the judge order the defendant to stop singing? Because he was making too much noise 🎶

Swish and Giggle: Puns from Beyond the Arc

1. Why did the basketball player make a great teacher? Because he could handle class. 🏀
2. What do you call a basketball player who can’t shoot? A bricklayer. 🧱
3. What do you call a basketball player who’s always in the paint? A Picasso. 🎨
4. Why are basketball players so good at math? Because they can add up the score. ➕
5. What do you call a basketball player who’s always traveling? A tourist. ✈️
6. Why did the basketball player get lost in the library? Because he couldn’t find the D-Book. 📚
7. What do you call a basketball player who always gets fouled? A foul ball. 🚫
8. Why did the basketball player cross the road? To get to the other side. 🏀
9. What do you call a basketball player who can’t jump? A grounder. 🚫
10. Why did the basketball coach have to go to the doctor? Because he was suffering from “board stiffness.” 🤕
11. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting in trouble? A court jester. 🃏
12. Why did the basketball player get arrested? Because he was caught with a fifth foul. 🚓
13. What do you call a basketball player who’s always late for practice? A slow poke. 🐌
14. Why did the basketball player make a terrible chef? Because he couldn’t make a decent turnover. 🚫
15. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting injured? A broken promise. 💔
16. Why did the basketball player lose his job? Because he couldn’t handle the pressure. 🏀
17. What do you call a basketball player who’s always on the bench? A sitting duck. 🚫
18. Why did the basketball player have to go to the dentist? Because he had a cavity under the rim. 🦷
19. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting blocked? A roadblock.🚫
20. Why did the basketball player join the army? Because he wanted to be a general. 🎖️

Free Throw Puns: Buzzer-Beating Humor

1. What do you call a basketball player who’s always making jokes? A foul pun-der.
2. Why don’t basketball players make good babysitters? Because they always dribble.
3. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting into trouble? A free throw-ble.
4. What do you call a basketball player who’s always late? A shot clock violator. 🏀
5. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting injured? A walking foul.
6. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting lost? A turnover.
7. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting fouled? A target.
8. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting blocked? A roadblock.
9. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting benched? A spare.
10. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting called for travels? A globetrotter.
11. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting called for over and backs? A backtrack.
12. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting called for charges? A kamikaze.
13. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting called for fouls? A swat team.
14. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting called for technicals? A know-it-all.
15. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting called for delay of game? A procrastinator.
16. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting called for flopping? A drama queen. 👸
17. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting called for holding? A hugger.
18. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting called for traveling? A globetrotter. 🌎
19. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting called for charging? A bulldozer.
20. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting called for blocking? A roadblock. 🚧

Layup Laughs: Puns that Drive to the Basket

1. Why did the basketball player get lost? Because he couldn’t find the hoopla.
2. What do you call a basketball player who’s always arguing? A foul-mouthed guard.
3. Why did the basketball coach get a divorce? Because he couldn’t score with his wife. 🏀
4. What do you call a basketball player who’s afraid of the ball? A court jester.
5. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting into trouble? A dribbling delinquent.
6. What do you call a basketball player who’s really good at dribbling? A ball hog – ⛹️‍♂️.
7. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting injured? A limping legend.
8. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting fouled? A foul magnet.
9. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting blocked? A shot blocker – ⛔️.
10. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting turnovers? A sloppy ball handler.
11. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting steals? A klepto-maniac.
12. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting assists? A pass master.
13. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting rebounds? A board beast.
14. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting triple-doubles? A stat stuffer.
15. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting technical fouls? A hothead.
16. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting called for traveling? A globe-trotter.
17. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting called for charging? A kamikaze kid.
18. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting called for blocking? A wall.
19. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting called for flopping? A drama queen – 🎭.
20. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting called for holding? A bear hugger.

Slammin’ Puns: Leaving Defenders in Stitches

1. Why are puns considered a slam dunk? Because they leave defenders in stitches! 😆
2. What do you call a pun that’s always on the ball? A slammin’ pun!
3. Why are puns the best at defense? Because they’re always quick on their feet!
4. Why did the pun take a timeout? It needed to regroup after that last slam!
5. What do you get when you cross a basketball player with a comedian? A slammin’ punster!
6. Why are puns like free throws? Sometimes they swish, and sometimes they brick! 🏀
7. What do you call a pun that’s a real crowd-pleaser? A slam dunk!
8. Why did the pun coach get ejected from the game? For making too many technical fouls!
9. What do you call a pun that’s a total airball? A brick pun!
10. What do you call a pun that’s a buzzer-beater? A slammin’ win!
11. Why are puns the ultimate courtside commentators? Because they keep the crowd entertained with their witty remarks!
12. What do you get when you cross a pun with a basketball game? A slam-dunkin’ good time!
13. Why are puns the best at stealing the show? Because they always have a quick crossover!
14. What do you call a pun that’s a real game-changer? A slammin’ pun!
15. Why did the pun get a technical foul? For making too many cheesy jokes!
16. What do you call a pun that’s a foul? A brick pun!
17. What do you call a pun that’s a slam dunk? A pun-derful shot!
18. Why are puns the best at dunking? Because they’re always above the rim!
19. What do you get when you cross a pun with a basketball player? A slammin’ pun-ster!
20. Why are puns like a game of horse? Because they’re always trying to one-up each other! 🐴

Fast Break Jokes: Crossovers into Laughter

1. Why did the basketball player cross the road? To get to the other court!
2. What do you call a basketball player who can’t shoot? A bricklayer! 🏃
3. Why was the basketball hoop feeling down? Because it couldn’t score! 😂
4. What do you call a basketball player who is always getting fouls? A foul ball!
5. Why did the basketball team get lost? Because they didn’t have a map! 🏀
6. What do you call a basketball player who is always late? A court jester!
7. Why did the basketball player get a new pair of shoes? Because he wanted to show off his kicks! 👟
8. What do you call a basketball player with a bad attitude? A ball hog!
9. What do you call a basketball player who is always getting injured? A walking wounded! 🩹
10. Why did the basketball player go to the doctor? Because he had a backboard! 🏀
11. What do you call a basketball player who is always getting blocked? A brick wall!
12. Why did the basketball team lose the game? Because they were out of bounds! ⛔
13. What do you call a basketball player who is always getting fouled? A pain in the neck! 🤕
14. Why did the basketball player get a new haircut? Because he wanted to look like a winner! 🏆
15. What do you call a basketball player who is always getting turnovers? A fumble master!
16. Why did the basketball player get a divorce? Because he couldn’t handle the free throws! 💍
17. What do you call a basketball player who is always getting rebounds? A glass cleaner! 🧽
18. Why did the basketball player get a new car? Because he wanted to drive the lane! 🚗
19. What do you call a basketball player who is always getting steals? A pickpocket! 🕵️
20. Why did the basketball player get a new tattoo? Because he wanted to show off his skills! 🏀

Low Post Punchlines: Puns that Pound the Paint

1. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting into trouble? The dunk delinquent!
2. Why did the basketball coach quit? Because he couldn’t keep his team under control. 🏀
3. What do you call a basketball player who’s always happy? A layup comedian!
4. Why was the basketball court so cold? Because it was filled with ice picks. ⛸️
5. What do you call a basketball player who’s always late? The backcourt buzzer-beater!
6. Why did the basketball player get a new pair of shoes? Because his old ones were out of bounds.
7. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting injured? The floor general.
8. Why was the basketball coach fired? Because he couldn’t keep his players from fouling out. 🏀
9. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting fouled? The paint-pounder!
10. Why did the basketball player get a new hairstyle? Because he wanted to make a swish statement.

Three-Pointer Puns: Long-Range Humor

1. What do you call a basketball player with a bad attitude? A three-pointer.
2. What do you call a basketball player who’s always tripping over themselves? A three-pointer. 🏀
3. What do you call a basketball player who can’t shoot straight? A three-pointer.
4. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting fouled? A three-pointer.
5. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting injured? A three-pointer.
6. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting called for traveling? A three-pointer. 🏀
7. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting lost? A three-pointer.
8. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting benched? A three-pointer.
9. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting yelled at by the coach? A three-pointer. 🤦‍♂️
10. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting traded? A three-pointer.

Backboard Bingo: Puns that Hit the Mark

1. What do you call a basketball player with no shoes? A sneakerhead!
2. Why did the basketball coach get fired? Because he couldn’t shoot straight! 🏀
3. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting fouled? A foul ball!
4. Why did the basketball player cross the road? To get to the other side of the court!
5. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting injured? A backboard breaker!
6. Why didn’t the basketball player go to college? Because he couldn’t pass the hoop!
7. What do you call a basketball player with a really big ego? A ball hog!
8. Why did the basketball player get a haircut? Because he wanted to look sharp! 🏀
9. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting lost? A court jester!
10. Why did the basketball player get a cold? Because he was always shooting in the air!
11. What do you call a basketball player who’s always complaining? A whiner!
12. Why did the basketball player drink so much water? Because he was thirsty for victory!
13. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting into trouble? A foul player!
14. Why did the basketball player get a tattoo? Because he wanted to show off his inkredible skills! 🏀
15. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting blocked? A wall!
16. Why did the basketball player get a new pair of shoes? Because he wanted to walk with the ball!
17. What do you call a basketball player who’s always eating? A snacker!
18. Why did the basketball player get a dog? Because he wanted a furry friend to rebound!
19. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting hurt? A stretcher!
20. Why did the basketball player get a new car? Because he wanted to dribble in style!

Traveling Laughs: Puns that Cover Ground

• What do you call a lazy kangaroo? 🦘 A pouch potato.
• Why did the scarecrow win an award? 🥇 Because he was outstanding in his field.
• What do you call a fish with no eyes? Fsh.
• What do you get when you cross a snowman and a vampire? ⛄️ Frostbite!
• Why did the golfer wear two pairs of pants? In case he got a hole-in-one.
• What do you call a boomerang that won’t come back? A stick.
• Why did the bicycle fall over? Because it was two tired.
• What do you call a cow with no legs? Ground beef.
• Why did the computer go to the chiropractor? It had a byte in its back.
• What do you call a fish with no eyes? Fsh!
• Why did the golfer wear two pairs of pants? In case he got a hole-in-one.
• What do you call a snowman with a six-pack? An abdominal snowman.
• Why did the student eat his homework? Because the teacher told him it was a piece of cake.
• What do you call a kangaroo that can’t jump? A pouch potato.
• Why did the bicycle fall over? Because it was two tired.

Overtime Outtakes: Puns that Never Foul Out

1. Why did the basketball player go to the bank? For a slam dunk!
2. What do you call a basketball player who can’t shoot? A free throw!
3. What do you call a basketball coach who’s always yelling at his players? A ref! 🏀
4. Why did the basketball team get lost? Because they didn’t dribble correctly!
5. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting fouls? A whistle magnet!
6. What do you call a basketball player who’s always in the penalty box? A timeout!
7. Why did the basketball team hire a private detective? To find their missing shots!
8. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting injured? A porcelain doll! 🏀
9. What do you call a basketball team that can’t score? The Harlem Globetrotters!
10. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting rebounds? A rebound machine!
11. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting blocked? A traffic jam!
12. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting turnovers? A fumble! 🏀
13. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting fouls? A whistle hitter!
14. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting injured? A glass cannon!
15. What do you call a basketball team that can’t score? A wet blanket!
16. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting rebounds? A Hoover!
17. What do you call a basketball team that can’t win? A losing streak! 🏀
18. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting blocked? A stop sign!
19. What do you call a basketball player who’s always getting turnovers? A traffic jam!
20. What do you call a basketball team that can’t score? A brick wall!

Rosana C. Nogueira

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