basketball Crossword Puzzles

basketball 2025-11-24

Across

what do you score in
if you make a three and swish you say
the position of
stopping a shot
if you atack the opposition is a
Lakers player
45 also cauld the
what do you dribble with
when one reserves a panalty it is cauld a

Down

teaches the team
move form one player to the next
name of the game
scoring and being fould
makes the calles
manager sits on the branch and hands you a water bottle
attached to the hoop
get a violation for standing in the ... for three seconds

17 Clues: Lakers player • the position of • stopping a shot • teaches the team • name of the game • makes the calles • 45 also cauld the • what do you score in • attached to the hoop • scoring and being fould • what do you dribble with • move form one player to the next • if you atack the opposition is a • if you make a three and swish you say • when one reserves a panalty it is cauld a • ...

Basketball 2023-11-30

Across

Hvad betyder basketball på dansk?
Hold med de bedste spillere fra et land, som spiller imod andre lande.
På himlen om natten, men kan også være et symbol for en stor spiller.
Når du stjæler bolden fra en modstander.
Når en spiller viser at han glæder sig over et point.
Ud over gul har LA Lakers denne farve på deres trøjer.
Når man har opnået det bedste f.eks. flest point eller flest kampe.
Et stor billede af et idol, som kan hænge på væggen på dit værelse.

Down

Det modsatte af angreb.
Når en forsvarsspiller stopper bolden på vej mod kurven.
Når du griber bolden efter den har været oppe ved kurven.
W i WNBA står for women, hvad betyder det på dansk?
encellede organismer, som kan give sygdom.
Når en spiller hopper op til kurven og presser bolden ned i den.
Spiller der har lavet flest point i en sæson.
Det man kæmper for at vinde, når sæsonen slutter.
Fartøj som Kobe Bryant døde i, da det styrtede ned.

17 Clues: Det modsatte af angreb. • Hvad betyder basketball på dansk? • Når du stjæler bolden fra en modstander. • encellede organismer, som kan give sygdom. • Spiller der har lavet flest point i en sæson. • Det man kæmper for at vinde, når sæsonen slutter. • W i WNBA står for women, hvad betyder det på dansk? • Fartøj som Kobe Bryant døde i, da det styrtede ned. • ...

Basketball 2020-09-09

Across

the line running the length of the court
a shot taken from very near the basket following a dribble and a leap toward the basket. (Maximum 2 steps)
a method to put the ball into play by tossing it into the air between two opponents
restart of play if the ball goes out of bounds, after a made shot, and starting a new period or half
losing possession of the ball
the height is 10 feet
occurs when an individual is dribbling the ball and stops the dribble, then dribbles again
an offensive player with the ball moving into a stationary player who has an established position

Down

game tied at the end of regulation
inventor of the game of basketball
unguarded shot
another name for the endline
a serious offense against the rules or illegal contact with an opponent (pushing, holding, & reaching in)
another name for the free throw lane
position in basketball
a shot at the basket that rebounds off the backboard
to run illegally with the basketball or move the feet while in possession of the ball

17 Clues: unguarded shot • the height is 10 feet • position in basketball • another name for the endline • losing possession of the ball • game tied at the end of regulation • inventor of the game of basketball • another name for the free throw lane • the line running the length of the court • a shot at the basket that rebounds off the backboard • ...

Basketball 2024-04-18

Across

call for seperation on court
largest hands
arguably the worst NBA team ever
Bust
Jews own it all
sunshine
The emrald city
"you got chefs in new orleans looking for him"
longest franchise to never make finals
the glyde

Down

oldest Rookie Year player
2 ppl guard
Ivy league
"They have up Kwame Brown"
jumped over Kai Cenat
iconic playboy coach w/ 9 rings
banned jersey number

17 Clues: Bust • sunshine • the glyde • Ivy league • 2 ppl guard • largest hands • Jews own it all • The emrald city • banned jersey number • jumped over Kai Cenat • oldest Rookie Year player • "They have up Kwame Brown" • call for seperation on court • iconic playboy coach w/ 9 rings • arguably the worst NBA team ever • longest franchise to never make finals • ...

Basketball 2013-03-19

Across

the first game of basketball used a type of fruit container
a player can shoot a basket and gain something for her team
called by a coach at any time after a play to speak to players about the game
committed by a player and is against the rules
a player runs with the ball more than 2 steps without dribbling,passing or shooting
Is used by players when they lose possession
the colour of match basketballs
is given at end of team to show who won
the area that is marked on the court and surrounds the basket and contains the free throw line

Down

made by player after dribbling or passing
type of clothing worn by basketball players
dribble two hands touch the basketball at the same time as the player dribbles
a player jumps for it when it misses the hoop and sometimes hits the backboard
is made by players to get from one end to another
the hoop is attached to it and players use it to make a basket
a player jumps high over the basket and forces the all down through the hoop
a position in basketball that is usually played by the tallest player and starts with 'c'

17 Clues: the colour of match basketballs • is given at end of team to show who won • made by player after dribbling or passing • type of clothing worn by basketball players • Is used by players when they lose possession • committed by a player and is against the rules • is made by players to get from one end to another • ...

Basketball 2020-07-26

Across

Your team needs the ball so you put on a full court ________________.
the last name of the best shooter on the Warriors
You try a tough pass to your teammate but it goes out of bounds.
A little bigger than a soccer ball
When the other team has the ball, and now you need to play _____________.
When someone goes for a shot and you swat the ball out of bounds.
Your coach has you work on plays to score.

Down

When a player is fouled while shooting and gets two shots.
Soft shot where you gently bank ball up against the back board.
When you set a pick for your teammate
10 feet off the ground
You start the game with this event.
How many points do you get when you shoot "behind the arch"
A way a player can advance the ball up the court.
A pass to a teammate and they make the shot because of your pass
After a shot you jump and get the ball
What you need to do to score points.

17 Clues: 10 feet off the ground • A little bigger than a soccer ball • You start the game with this event. • What you need to do to score points. • When you set a pick for your teammate • After a shot you jump and get the ball • Your coach has you work on plays to score. • the last name of the best shooter on the Warriors • A way a player can advance the ball up the court. • ...

basketball 2023-10-02

Across

when two people are fighting over the ball
the ball used to play
having a good attitude towards the other team and officials
showing poor sportsmanship/fighting
free shot after a foul
a pass where the ball is thrown to another player from over their head
dribbling with two hands at the same time

Down

when the ball leaves the playing area
a pass using a bounce to another player
a pass from your chest to another players chest
a shot using the backboard
taking too many steps without dribbling
working together as a team
shot inside the three point line
slapping someone while they have the ball
a soft shot around the basket
shot from behind the three point line

17 Clues: the ball used to play • free shot after a foul • a shot using the backboard • working together as a team • a soft shot around the basket • shot inside the three point line • showing poor sportsmanship/fighting • when the ball leaves the playing area • shot from behind the three point line • a pass using a bounce to another player • taking too many steps without dribbling • ...

Basketball 2025-12-09

Across

playing surface
clean net-only shot
when a shot completely misses the rim and backboard
you have to do this to add points
take the ball from your opponent
a pass that leads directly to a score
to bounce the ball up and down

Down

teaches and directs a game
slamming the ball into the basket
extra time given in a tied regulation game
the act of breaking a rule
another word for a basket
taking 2 or more steps without dribbling
used to keep score
the act of throwing the ball to your teammate
collecting the ball after a missed shot
when you attempt to score

17 Clues: playing surface • used to keep score • clean net-only shot • another word for a basket • when you attempt to score • teaches and directs a game • the act of breaking a rule • to bounce the ball up and down • take the ball from your opponent • slamming the ball into the basket • you have to do this to add points • a pass that leads directly to a score • ...

Basketball 2025-10-10

Across

a type of defense that's used to create turnovers and change the pace of the game
a field goal thatr is made outside the 3 point line
a dfense where a player is responsible for guarding an area of the court
player whos primary role is to rebound and play on the wing
player whos primary role is to play around the key area and rebound
player whos primary role is to dribble the ball
the area where the players and coach sit during a game
a defense where a player is responsible for guarding a specific player
a basket that is worth 1 point
physical contact against the body of another player
moving with the ball without dribbling

Down

the number of points a field goal is woth inside the 3 point line
this is when you driblle, stop dribbling and dribbel again
a field goal that is made inside the 3 point line
a play in which the offensive player makes a pass to a teammate, and then immediately cuts in toward the basket for a return pass.
the number of points a field goal is worth outside the 3 point line
the game start with this
the number of points a free throw is worth
the number of players on the court at one time who are on the same team

19 Clues: the game start with this • a basket that is worth 1 point • moving with the ball without dribbling • the number of points a free throw is worth • player whos primary role is to dribble the ball • a field goal that is made inside the 3 point line • a field goal thatr is made outside the 3 point line • physical contact against the body of another player • ...

Basketball 2021-04-04

Across

you block a person on the other team so your teammate can run past him
when you pass the ball to a player that then
when someone misses a shot and you get the ball
when you can run up the side of the court
the best shooter on the team
you attempt to shoot but it doesn't hit the rim
when the ball goes through the hoop
one of the biggest plauers that get the rebounds and pass across the court
the biggest player that gets the ball and pivots to see where he can pass to
you jump up and make the basket mid-air

Down

the quicker players that can also dribble and shoot well
the best ballhandler on the team
you get this when you score a basket
when you bounce the ball on the court
your side of the court, furthest away from the opponents hoop
they take this when they get fouled
you run to the basket jump up the lightly push the ball into the net

17 Clues: the best shooter on the team • the best ballhandler on the team • they take this when they get fouled • when the ball goes through the hoop • you get this when you score a basket • when you bounce the ball on the court • you jump up and make the basket mid-air • when you can run up the side of the court • when you pass the ball to a player that then • ...

Basketball 2013-03-19

Across

the first game of basketball used a type of fruit container
a player can shoot a basket and gain something for her team
called by a coach at any time after a play to speak to players about the game
committed by a player and is against the rules
a player runs with the ball more than 2 steps without dribbling,passing or shooting
Is used by players when they lose possession
the colour of match basketballs
is given at end of team to show who won
the area that is marked on the court and surrounds the basket and contains the free throw line

Down

made by player after dribbling or passing
type of clothing worn by basketball players
dribble two hands touch the basketball at the same time as the player dribbles
a player jumps for it when it misses the hoop and sometimes hits the backboard
is made by players to get from one end to another
the hoop is attached to it and players use it to make a basket
a player jumps high over the basket and forces the all down through the hoop
a position in basketball that is usually played by the tallest player and starts with 'c'

Basketball 2015-03-16

Across

ball out of play
the board behind the basket
someone who is not being guarded
walks more then two steps with the ball
the tip-off of the game
helping with a shot
a basketball shot worth one point
an official who ensures the rules

Down

a violation to the rules
a shot that fails to miss backboard and rim
when two people guard one person
a one-handed shot close to the basket
a shot that hits the backboard before going in
number of players on a court on a single team
to advance the ball to the basket
the team that does not have the ball
the two types of defense are man-on-man and ___

17 Clues: ball out of play • helping with a shot • the tip-off of the game • a violation to the rules • the board behind the basket • when two people guard one person • someone who is not being guarded • to advance the ball to the basket • a basketball shot worth one point • an official who ensures the rules • the team that does not have the ball • a one-handed shot close to the basket • ...

BASKETBALL 2018-02-19

Across

franchise player of Portalnd Trail Blazers
tallest player of all time
player that made a quadruple double in a match
lider of the Detroin Pistons Bad Boys
last year MVP
maximum stopper of the NBA history
the record's man
team that have more NBA Championship

Down

last rookie of the year
unly point guard that have the best defender of the season
maximum scorer of all time
maximum assistan of all time
no drafted player that won more best defender of the year
best player of all time
most dominant player
player that has more rings
only player that won de Finals MVP losing the finals

17 Clues: last year MVP • the record's man • most dominant player • last rookie of the year • best player of all time • tallest player of all time • maximum scorer of all time • player that has more rings • maximum assistan of all time • maximum stopper of the NBA history • team that have more NBA Championship • lider of the Detroin Pistons Bad Boys • franchise player of Portalnd Trail Blazers • ...

Basketball 2024-03-28

Across

pass it to your teammate and they score
give the other team the ball
What you shot into
A free shot
slamming the ball in basket
A shot taken really close
A pass in mid-air
In charge of the team

Down

The start of a game when the ball is thrown
bounce the ball
run without bouncing the ball
Who officiates
give your teammate the ball
someone grabs the ball after it is shot
too much contact with the opponent
shoot the ball
A rejected shot

17 Clues: A free shot • Who officiates • shoot the ball • bounce the ball • A rejected shot • A pass in mid-air • What you shot into • In charge of the team • A shot taken really close • give your teammate the ball • slamming the ball in basket • give the other team the ball • run without bouncing the ball • too much contact with the opponent • pass it to your teammate and they score • ...

Basketball 2023-03-22

Across

Player that passes the ball to a teammate
rebounding ball off the backboard
Surrounding hoop
Getting to scoring position quickly
Awarded statistic
defense Guarding an area
A violation
A pick

Down

an illegal action
Lose the ball
a shot is missed
Worth one point
Worth 2 points
securing position
A tactical playing style
Pausing the ball before dibbling

16 Clues: A pick • A violation • Lose the ball • Worth 2 points • Worth one point • a shot is missed • Surrounding hoop • an illegal action • Awarded statistic • securing position • A tactical playing style • defense Guarding an area • Pausing the ball before dibbling • rebounding ball off the backboard • Getting to scoring position quickly • Player that passes the ball to a teammate

Basketball 2022-10-13

Across

Behind-the-back pass
Basketball player, Slang
Basketball position
Shot bounces off the rim
Bounce pass
Commit a basketball infraction
Dribbling

Down

An assist
nothing-but-net
move your feet without dribbling
Lost a ball to the member of other team
Acting to get a foul
Give your team mate open shot
Attached to the back of the basket
Shot off the mark
Basketbal slam

16 Clues: An assist • Dribbling • Bounce pass • Basketbal slam • nothing-but-net • Shot off the mark • Basketball position • Behind-the-back pass • Acting to get a foul • Basketball player, Slang • Shot bounces off the rim • Give your team mate open shot • Commit a basketball infraction • move your feet without dribbling • Attached to the back of the basket • Lost a ball to the member of other team

Basketball 2023-07-12

Across

foul is an infraction of the rules more serious than a violation.
an offensive play in which one player passes the ball near the basket to a teammate who jumps, catches the ball in mid-air and dunks or lays it in before touching the ground.
The brand of the player Michael Jordan
a stat where a player scores off of your pass.
when a player ends their dribble by catching or causing the ball to come to rest in one or both hands and then dribbles it again
The nickname of Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Down

The award which a player wins if they were the best player all season.
An annual event in which 2 teams battle in a 7 game series to take the ultimate victory
A round rim with a net hanging
a strategy to get the ball to another player.
To bounce the ball to go forward
a field goal from beyond the arc.
An annual event in which teams select eligible players.
a stat where you grab the ball after a missed shot
a shot downwards into the basket with the hands above the rim.
Player loses possession to the opposition.

16 Clues: A round rim with a net hanging • To bounce the ball to go forward • a field goal from beyond the arc. • The brand of the player Michael Jordan • The nickname of Giannis Antetokounmpo. • Player loses possession to the opposition. • a strategy to get the ball to another player. • a stat where a player scores off of your pass. • ...

Basketball 2025-10-19

Across

In basketball there is a legend with number 24 with mamba mentality what is his name?
What is the name of the International Basketball Federation?
What is help team get points in english?
What is it call a catch when the ball bounces off the backboard?
What is it called when shoot the ball does not touch the rim?
Who is the most powerful person on the basketball court?
What is the name of Tran Khai Nguyen basketball club?
What is an offensive play in which a player passes the ball high up near the basket and a teammate jumps to catch the ball, then dunks the ball in mid-air?
What is it call jumping up and using one hand to throw the ball against the backboard or directly into the basket?

Down

Which is a play where one offensive player gets the ball and the other offensive players spread the floor to create a one-on-one situation against a defender?
The act of taking the ball from an opponent's possession?
What is this sport?
What is it called when you shoot and jump back?
When a player passes to a teammate to score a point, it is counted as ?
Who is the all time top scorer in nba? (First name only)
Who invented basketball? (Last name only)

16 Clues: What is this sport? • What is help team get points in english? • Who invented basketball? (Last name only) • What is it called when you shoot and jump back? • What is the name of Tran Khai Nguyen basketball club? • Who is the all time top scorer in nba? (First name only) • Who is the most powerful person on the basketball court? • ...

Basketball 2021-03-19

Across

The most dominant
The best player each year
The guy on the nba logo
The one that controls the team
A shoe brand
The greek freak
When you score from the outside line
The top players in the league mid season

Down

A sportsbrand
Best basketballplayer of our generation
Usually the smallest on the team
The best guy off the bench
The biggest on the team
When you slam the rim
The newest players to the league each year
The black mamba

16 Clues: A shoe brand • A sportsbrand • The black mamba • The greek freak • The most dominant • When you slam the rim • The guy on the nba logo • The biggest on the team • The best player each year • The best guy off the bench • The one that controls the team • Usually the smallest on the team • When you score from the outside line • Best basketballplayer of our generation • ...

Basketball 2019-10-21

Across

Teaches the team
player who brings the ball down the court
defending the ball
person who keeps the score
has possession of ball
getting the ball after a shot
clothes a player wears in a game
a type of shot taken by a player

Down

A person on the team
basket made outside the arch on the court
person who oversees the game
where players sit that are not playing
Round orange ball
time taken for the coach to talk to the players
sign that keeps the score
Penatly against a player

16 Clues: Teaches the team • Round orange ball • defending the ball • A person on the team • has possession of ball • Penatly against a player • sign that keeps the score • person who keeps the score • person who oversees the game • getting the ball after a shot • clothes a player wears in a game • a type of shot taken by a player • where players sit that are not playing • ...

basketball 2023-03-16

Across

fastsbreak
screen
turnover
freethrow
doubledribble
traval
layup
zonedefence

Down

press
carry
bankshot
airball
rebound
boxout
assist
key

16 Clues: key • press • carry • layup • screen • boxout • traval • assist • airball • rebound • bankshot • turnover • freethrow • fastsbreak • zonedefence • doubledribble

Basketball 2025-12-05

Across

— Jump ball that starts the game
— Pass that directly leads to a score
— Loss of possession due to an error or violation
— Take the ball away from an opponent
— Close-range shot off the backboard
defense — Formation where defenders guard areas, not players
— Surface behind the hoop used for bank shots
— Score by forcefully putting the ball through the hoop
throw — Uncontested shot awarded after a foul

Down

— Maintain one foot while rotating to change direction
clock — Timer limiting possession length
— Shot made from beyond the arc
— Deflect an opponent’s shot attempt
— Move the ball by bouncing it on the court
— Gain possession after a missed shot
— Quick dribble move switching hands to evade a defender

16 Clues: — Shot made from beyond the arc • — Jump ball that starts the game • — Deflect an opponent’s shot attempt • — Close-range shot off the backboard • — Pass that directly leads to a score • — Take the ball away from an opponent • — Gain possession after a missed shot • clock — Timer limiting possession length • — Move the ball by bouncing it on the court • ...

basketball 2026-09-17

Across

Defender touches the ball while it is falling toward the basket
Points are earned through this
Automatic free throws after team exceeds 4 fouls in a quarter
Physical contact violation
Shot made outside the arc
Returning the ball past the mid-court line
Bouncing the ball
Offensive players can stay only 3 seconds here

Down

Referee tosses the ball between two players to start play or restart it
Taking too many steps without bouncing the ball
Stopping and restarting a dribble
Result of breaking ball-handling rules
Game is divided into four of these
24-second limit to attempt a field goal
1 point per successful attempt
Illegal physical contact

16 Clues: Bouncing the ball • Illegal physical contact • Shot made outside the arc • Physical contact violation • Points are earned through this • 1 point per successful attempt • Stopping and restarting a dribble • Game is divided into four of these • Result of breaking ball-handling rules • 24-second limit to attempt a field goal • Returning the ball past the mid-court line • ...

Basketball 2026-09-24

Across

made outside the arc (10)
tosses the ball between two players to start play or restart it (7)
per successful attempt (9)
physical contact (4)
holding the ball while running
too many steps without bouncing the ball (9)Stopping and restarting a dribble (13)
the ball (7)

Down

players can stay only 3 seconds here (3)
the ball past the mid-court line (9)
is divided into four of these (7)
touches the ball while it is falling toward the basket (11)
contact violation (12)
of breaking ball-handling rules (8)
limit to attempt a field goal (9)
are earned through this (7)
free throws after team exceeds 4 fouls in a quarter (5)

16 Clues: the ball (7) • physical contact (4) • contact violation (12) • made outside the arc (10) • per successful attempt (9) • are earned through this (7) • holding the ball while running • is divided into four of these (7) • limit to attempt a field goal (9) • of breaking ball-handling rules (8) • the ball past the mid-court line (9) • players can stay only 3 seconds here (3) • ...

Basketball 2013-03-08

Across

When you get thrown out of the game
Grab boards
Player chasing his 6th ring, aged 34
When you get a bucket
When you do something restricted
Someone who dictates a team
When you team play
When you pick someones pocket

Down

When you score more
He won MVP, Finals MVP, Olympic Medal last year
When you reject a player
People who play
When you do something illegal
When you throw a bad pass
When someone gets hurt
When you don't score more than the other team

16 Clues: Grab boards • People who play • When you team play • When you score more • When you get a bucket • When someone gets hurt • When you reject a player • When you throw a bad pass • Someone who dictates a team • When you do something illegal • When you pick someones pocket • When you do something restricted • When you get thrown out of the game • Player chasing his 6th ring, aged 34 • ...

Basketball 2020-12-31

Across

The center position; also the foot that remains stationary until a dribbler passes the ball.
An illegal play other than a floor violation.
An offensive player fouls by illegally contacting a stationary defense player.
An offensive player sets up a scree
A pass that sets up a score
Using the body to block an opponent.
A offence player is positioned between a teammate and the opponent to clear the way for the teammate's shot at the basket
Also called the "paint"; area extending from the end line to the free-throw line and 12 feet across.
The team not in possession of the ball.

Down

A dunked free-throw.
Another word for "carrying the ball".
The surface to which the basket is mounted.
Another word for basket.
In position near the basket to capture rebounds and block shots.
To closely watch an opponent with intent to keep the player from gaining possession of the ball, or from making a pass or shot.
Also known as "end lines", the boundary lines extending across both ends of the court behind the baskets.

16 Clues: A dunked free-throw. • Another word for basket. • A pass that sets up a score • An offensive player sets up a scree • Using the body to block an opponent. • Another word for "carrying the ball". • The team not in possession of the ball. • The surface to which the basket is mounted. • An illegal play other than a floor violation. • ...

Basketball 2023-06-16

Across

To throw or hand off the ball to a teammate
A violation of the rules resulting in a free throw or possession turnover
The person who leads and instructs the team during games and practices
To attempt to score by throwing the ball into the opponent's hoop
To retrieve the ball after a missed shot or a rebounded shot by the opponent
The circular goal with a net attached where players try to score by shooting the ball
An official who enforces the rules and makes calls during the game
To propel oneself off the ground using the legs

Down

The playing area where the game of basketball takes place
An individual participating in the game of basketball
To successfully make a shot and earn points for your team
A shot taken close to the hoop by laying the ball directly into the basket
To take the ball away from an opponent by intercepting a pass or dislodging it
To prevent an opponent's shot by jumping and reaching to deflect the ball
To bounce the ball repeatedly with one hand while moving
A group of players who work together to compete against another team

16 Clues: To throw or hand off the ball to a teammate • To propel oneself off the ground using the legs • An individual participating in the game of basketball • To bounce the ball repeatedly with one hand while moving • The playing area where the game of basketball takes place • To successfully make a shot and earn points for your team • ...

Basketball 2025-03-11

Across

Wurftechnik, bei der der Ball mit nach oben ausgestrecktem Arm in einer Bogenbewegung Richtung Korb geworfen wird.
am Spielbrett aufgehängter Eisenring mit einem Netz.
Ein Spieler, der den Ball dribbelt, darf diesen nach Beendung des Dribbelns kein zweites Mal dribbeln.
regelwidriger Kontakt (Defensives Faul, Offensives Foul)
sehr harter Kontakt, ohne Chance auf Ballgewinn.
Ein besonders wertvoller Spieler, der am Ende einer Saison oder Runde durch Zuschauer oder durch Trainer gewählt wird.
Bei Gleichstand nach abgelaufener Spielzeit, werden Verlängerungen von je fünf Minuten gespielt, bis das Spiel entschieden ist.
Bekommt eine Mannschaft den Ball , muss sie es schaffen ihn innerhalb von acht Sekunden aus der eigenen Hälfte das Spielfield des Gegners zu befördern.
große Unsportlichkeit (Tätlichkeit , Beleidigung...)

Down

Beim Einwurf darf ein spieler den Ball maximall fünf Sekunden land festhalten.
Innerhalb von 24 Sekunden müssen Sie das Feld des Gegners betreten und angreifen.
Spieler der ballkontrollierenden Mannschaft dürfen sich nicht länger als drei Sekunden in der begrenzten Zone direkt vor dem Korb aufhalten, während die Spieluhr läuft. Die Regel ist bei einem Korbwurf, Rebound oder totem Ball außer Kraft.
Ein Spieler darf den Ball nicht mit dem Fuß berühren.
Als Airball (englisch air ball ‚Luftball‘) wird der Wurfversuch eines Spielers im Basketball bezeichnet, bei dem der Ball den Korb komplett verfehlt und weder den Ring noch das Brett der Korbanlage berührt.
Bei einem Angriff darf der Spielball von keinem Spieler der ballführenden Mannschaft von der gegnerischen Hälfte (Vorfeld) in die eigene Spielfeldhälfte (Rückfeld) zurückgespielt werden.
technische Fehler und Disziplinlosigkeit

16 Clues: technische Fehler und Disziplinlosigkeit • sehr harter Kontakt, ohne Chance auf Ballgewinn. • am Spielbrett aufgehängter Eisenring mit einem Netz. • große Unsportlichkeit (Tätlichkeit , Beleidigung...) • Ein Spieler darf den Ball nicht mit dem Fuß berühren. • regelwidriger Kontakt (Defensives Faul, Offensives Foul) • ...

basketball 2023-03-16

Across

layup
turnover
rebound
airball
screen
press
freethrow
key

Down

doubledribble
fastbreak
assist
boxout
travel
zonedefence
bankshot
carry

16 Clues: key • layup • press • carry • assist • boxout • travel • screen • rebound • airball • turnover • bankshot • fastbreak • freethrow • zonedefence • doubledribble

Basketball 2023-03-16

Across

Carry
FreeThrow
ZoneDefense
BoxOut
Rebound
Assist
Bankshot
Travel
Key

Down

AirBall
TurnOver
Screen
DoubleDribble
Press
FastBreak
LayUp

16 Clues: Key • Carry • Press • LayUp • Screen • BoxOut • Assist • Travel • AirBall • Rebound • TurnOver • Bankshot • FreeThrow • FastBreak • ZoneDefense • DoubleDribble

basketball 2023-03-24

Across

a complete miss of the net
a line painted on the court
helping a teammate score a basket
blocking an opponent from a rebound
moving to the other side of the court as fast as possible
grabbing the ball after a missed shot
shots given to a player after a foul
adding pressure to offense
a type of throw

Down

dribbling after carrying the ball
using the backboard to score
dribbling with two hands
defense by area
taking steps to travel
when defense becomes offense
blocking to allow a teammate to throw

16 Clues: defense by area • a type of throw • taking steps to travel • dribbling with two hands • a complete miss of the net • adding pressure to offense • a line painted on the court • using the backboard to score • when defense becomes offense • dribbling after carrying the ball • helping a teammate score a basket • blocking an opponent from a rebound • shots given to a player after a foul • ...

Basketball 2013-02-08

Across

A pass or handoff resulting in a basket made by a teammate.
moving the ball into the backcourt once it has been advanced to the frontcourt
illegally moving the ball by violating the dribbling rules
A style of defense in which each player is assigned to a specific opponent to guard anywhere on the court
dribbling again after the first dribble has ended.
the requirement that a team must bring the ball across the midcourt line within ten second after gaining possession
A style of defense in which each player us assigned to guard a designated floor area, rather than a specific opponent.
a line, 15 feet from the basket
a basket scored from the floor.
a free shot from the foul line, worth one point, awarded as a penalty for a foul by the opposing team.

Down

a foul by an offensive player who runs into a defensive player who has established court position.
a foul for misbehavior or some technical rule infraction
a personal foul committed by a member of an offensive team, usually not involving a free throw as part of the penalty
any of a variety of body-contact fouls; five, or in professional ball, six prohibits the player who commits them.
rule The rule where any jump ball situation after the opening jump ball results in each team gaining possession of the ball. The team losing the opening jump ball will be awarded first possession, with teams alternating possession for the rest of the game.
a foul by a defensive player who blocks the legal pathway of an offensive player.

16 Clues: a line, 15 feet from the basket • a basket scored from the floor. • dribbling again after the first dribble has ended. • a foul for misbehavior or some technical rule infraction • A pass or handoff resulting in a basket made by a teammate. • illegally moving the ball by violating the dribbling rules • ...

Basketball 2023-03-15

Across

You get fouled and have to shoot a?
When you take the ball from anothers hand
When you get the ball from a miss its called?
The line behind the basket
The game usually starts off with a
You jump very high and mostly you

Down

When you score the last second its called?
All the other players that is not on the court is on the?
When you take the other teams pass
You get the ball and run alone up the court
When you pass the ball up to someone who jumps and dunks it is called an
Mostly the biggest guy on the team
The one that mostly hit 3 pointers
When you jump up and lays the ball in its called?
When the ball gets out of bounds and you have to pass it in its called an
Lebron plays the position

16 Clues: Lebron plays the position • The line behind the basket • You jump very high and mostly you • When you take the other teams pass • Mostly the biggest guy on the team • The one that mostly hit 3 pointers • The game usually starts off with a • You get fouled and have to shoot a? • When you take the ball from anothers hand • When you score the last second its called? • ...

basketball 2024-10-01

Across

what is the most points every scored in a game?
girls or boys play basketball?
how many players were on each team?
when was basketball first ever played?
Basketball Sneakers had to be partially _____?

Down

where does basketball originate from?
____ was not allowed at first.
about how many people play basketball?
who created basketball?
what shoes were once banned?
who scored the first 4 pointer in basketball?
when was the first women's basketball team created?
how much physical contact is in basketball?
what percentage of NBA players became broke after 5 years?
WHo scored the first slam dunk?
____ were originally permitted.

16 Clues: who created basketball? • what shoes were once banned? • ____ was not allowed at first. • girls or boys play basketball? • WHo scored the first slam dunk? • ____ were originally permitted. • how many players were on each team? • where does basketball originate from? • about how many people play basketball? • when was basketball first ever played? • ...

Basketball 2021-09-07

Across

a large board on which the score in a game or match displayed
when you take more than 2 steps while holding the ball
what you play basketball on
a group of players forming one side in a game
bouncing the ball with one hand
when the ball does not touch the ring or backboard
a round obeject made out of rubber

Down

Nba team representing Miami
a pass that sets up a score
when you shoot from behind the three point line
A person who trains you to be better at the
The game controller
when you tap the ball out of someones hand
when you smack or push the other team
where you play your game
round and you shoot the ball in it

16 Clues: The game controller • where you play your game • Nba team representing Miami • a pass that sets up a score • what you play basketball on • bouncing the ball with one hand • round and you shoot the ball in it • a round obeject made out of rubber • when you smack or push the other team • when you tap the ball out of someones hand • A person who trains you to be better at the • ...

Basketball 2021-09-07

Across

when you tap the ball out of someones hand
when you shoot from behind the three point line
A person who trains you to be better at the
bouncing the ball with one hand
a large board on which the score in a game or match displayed
a group of players forming one side in a game
a round obeject made out of rubber
when you smack or push the other team
when you take more than 2 steps while holding the ball

Down

Nba team representing Miami
The game controller
what you play basketball on
when the ball does not touch the ring or backboard
where you play your game
round and you shoot the ball in it
a pass that sets up a score

16 Clues: The game controller • where you play your game • Nba team representing Miami • what you play basketball on • a pass that sets up a score • bouncing the ball with one hand • round and you shoot the ball in it • a round obeject made out of rubber • when you smack or push the other team • when you tap the ball out of someones hand • A person who trains you to be better at the • ...

Basketball 2025-06-04

Across

(5 letters): Yao Ming was incredibly tall! It was hard for shorter players to shoot over him. When a player smacks an opponent's shot away from the basket, it's called a ______.
(4 letters): Magic Johnson was a master of the no-look ______! He would look one way and send the ball perfectly to a teammate in another direction, surprising the defenders. This action is how you move the ball between teammates.
(7 letters): To move around the court while holding the ball, players have to continuously bounce it. If you stop bouncing and then start again, it's a "double ______!"
(4 letters): Before every game, Michael Jordan would put on his North Carolina shorts under his Chicago Bulls uniform for good luck! This is the name for the group of players who play together for the same side.
(4 letters): When Michael Jordan would soar through the air, sticking his tongue out, he was famous for this high-flying move where you jump and powerfully throw the ball through the hoop. What is it called?
(8 letters): Shaquille O'Neal was so strong! Sometimes, when he'd perform his powerful two-handed shot close to the basket, he would actually break this glass or wooden board the hoop is attached to! (Changed from COURT to BACKBOARD for better fit and anecdote)
(5 letters): Stephen Curry is famous for making shots from really, really far away! If he makes a basket from beyond the big arc on the floor, his team gets this many points. (Changed from SHOOT to THREE for a more specific term and better fit)

Down

(4 letters): Sometimes, when a player is shooting, an opponent might unfairly hit their arm. The referee will call a ______, and the shooter might get free shots.
(5 letters): The person who helps guide the team and often wears a suit on the sidelines is called the ______. Phil Jackson, who coached Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, won many championships!
(5 letters): Lisa Leslie was a superstar in the WNBA and the first woman to dunk in a WNBA game! When a player makes a basket, they add to their team's ______.
(7 letters): When a player gets the ball after someone has missed a shot, it's super important. Dennis Rodman was one of the best ever at grabbing these, sometimes diving into the crowd for them!
(4 letters): This is the orange sphere that everyone is trying to get through the hoop. Spalding is a famous company that makes them.
(6 letters): LeBron James is amazing at finding his teammates for an easy score. When a player passes the ball to someone who then scores a basket right away, they get credit for this helpful play.
(6 letters): Larry Bird was known for his incredible shooting. Before the ball even went in, he'd sometimes turn to his opponents and say "uh oh!" This is the main target you're aiming for in basketball.
(6 letters): When a player takes too many steps without bouncing the ball, like that time when a young player on a viral video just kept running with the ball towards the basket, the referee blows the whistle for this violation.
(4 letters): This is the circular metal rim that the ball goes through to score points. Vince Carter once jumped so high in a contest, he stuck his whole arm through it!

16 Clues: (4 letters): This is the orange sphere that everyone is trying to get through the hoop. Spalding is a famous company that makes them. • (5 letters): Lisa Leslie was a superstar in the WNBA and the first woman to dunk in a WNBA game! When a player makes a basket, they add to their team's ______. • ...

basketball 2023-01-19

Across

wasit satu
serangan kilat
pola untuk pertahanan satu lawan satu
menembak bola
diterapkan suatu regu tak mempunyai jangkung
suatu alat yang digunakan oleh wasit
pola penyerangan cepat dalam bola basket

Down

menggiring bola basket
pemain tengah bola basket
induk bola basket
mengoper bola basket
penyerangan sangat bergantung pada teknik
gerakan memutar
sangat baik untuk pertahanan 1 lawan satu
pertahanan individu
wasit dua

16 Clues: wasit dua • wasit satu • menembak bola • serangan kilat • gerakan memutar • induk bola basket • pertahanan individu • mengoper bola basket • menggiring bola basket • pemain tengah bola basket • suatu alat yang digunakan oleh wasit • pola untuk pertahanan satu lawan satu • pola penyerangan cepat dalam bola basket • penyerangan sangat bergantung pada teknik • ...

basketball 2026-09-17

Across

1 point per successful attempt
Points are earned through this
Illegal physical contact
Automatic free throws after team exceeds 4 fouls in a quarter
Returning the ball past the mid-court line
24-second limit to attempt a field goal
Game is divided into four of these
Bouncing the ball
Player fouls out after 5 fouls

Down

Physical contact violation
Offensive players can stay only 3 seconds here
Stopping and restarting a dribble
Result of breaking ball-handling rules
Taking too many steps without bouncing the ball
Shot made outside the arc
Player fouls out after 6 fouls

16 Clues: Bouncing the ball • Illegal physical contact • Shot made outside the arc • Physical contact violation • 1 point per successful attempt • Points are earned through this • Player fouls out after 6 fouls • Player fouls out after 5 fouls • Stopping and restarting a dribble • Game is divided into four of these • Result of breaking ball-handling rules • ...

Basketball 2022-11-19

Across

When a team loses possession of the ball to the opposing team before a player takes a shot
When the dribbling player continues to dribble after allowing the ball to come to rest in one or both hands and/or places their hand underneath the basketball
When a defensive player causes a turnover for their opponents
Type of defense where each player defends an area on the court
The amount of time a team has to put up a legal shot
When a missed shot does not even touch the rim
When a player retrieves the ball after a missed field goal or free throw
When a shot is made by bouncing off the backboard
The creator of basketball
When a made shot only touches the net when it goes in

Down

Type of basket used as rims when basketball was first played
Where basketball was invented
The rectangular area on the court extending from the foul line to the baseline
When a player takes more than two steps without dribbling the ball
Type of defense where each player is guarding an opponent
When a player passes the ball to a teammate in a way that leads directly to a field goal

16 Clues: The creator of basketball • Where basketball was invented • When a missed shot does not even touch the rim • When a shot is made by bouncing off the backboard • The amount of time a team has to put up a legal shot • When a made shot only touches the net when it goes in • Type of defense where each player is guarding an opponent • ...

Basketball 2022-11-19

Across

Type of defense where each player defends an area on the court
Type of basket used as rims when basketball was first played
When a made shot only touches the net when it goes in
When a missed shot does not even touch the rim
Type of defense where each player is guarding an opponent
When a player passes the ball to a teammate in a way that leads directly to a field goal
When a player retrieves the ball after a missed field goal or free throw
When a player takes more than two steps without dribbling the ball
When a defensive player causes a turnover for their opponents
When a team loses possession of the ball to the opposing team before a player takes a shot

Down

Where basketball was invented
When the dribbling player continues to dribble after allowing the ball to come to rest in one or both hands and/or places their hand underneath the basketball
The amount of time a team has to put up a legal shot
When a shot is made by bouncing off the backboard
The rectangular area on the court extending from the foul line to the baseline
The creator of basketball

basketball 2023-02-10

Across

what is it called when you throw it through the rim
who is the most dominant player of all time
who is the goat
who won this years champion chip
what is the box on the court
how many points is a deep shot worth
who is the best shooter of all time
what is it called when you do something wrong

Down

what is the glass part of the hoop
who holds the scoring record
what do you shoot at
what is it called when you lay it in
what is the orange part of the hoop
what foul will get you ejected
how many fouls can you have till you are no longer allowed to play
how many points is a mid range worth

16 Clues: who is the goat • what do you shoot at • who holds the scoring record • what is the box on the court • what foul will get you ejected • who won this years champion chip • what is the glass part of the hoop • what is the orange part of the hoop • who is the best shooter of all time • what is it called when you lay it in • how many points is a deep shot worth • ...

Basketball 2023-05-05

Across

Lugar onde a bola é arremessada no basquete
Quando a bola é jogada na cesta
CelticsA cor da camisa dos jogadores é verde
throw Quando o jogador sofre falta ao arremessar
Ex jogador do Chicago Bulls
James Jogador do Lakers
Barkley Ex jogador do Phoenix Suns

Down

Briant Ex jogador do Lakers
Bulls Símbolo da camisa é um touro
Curry Jogador do Warriors
Suns Time do Estado do Arizona
State Warriors Atual campeão da NBA
Volta de bola rebatida
Maior campeão da NBA
Bird Ex jogador do Celtics
Objeto,geralmente esférico,utilizado para lazer

16 Clues: Maior campeão da NBA • Volta de bola rebatida • James Jogador do Lakers • Curry Jogador do Warriors • Ex jogador do Chicago Bulls • Bird Ex jogador do Celtics • Briant Ex jogador do Lakers • Quando a bola é jogada na cesta • Suns Time do Estado do Arizona • Bulls Símbolo da camisa é um touro • State Warriors Atual campeão da NBA • ...

basketball 2024-09-24

Across

another word for fouling an opponent.
the process of throwing the ball back into the game after it goes out of bounds.
shot that misses both the rim and the backboard
the line that runs parallel to the backboard
a shot that bounces off the backboard and then falls through
an individual whos in charge of recording the score throughout the game

Down

when a player close to the basket jumps up and throws the ball down into the hoop
the movement from offense to defense and defense to offense.
signals the start of the game and before certain movements.
the ability to move one foot while keeping the other planted.
if a game is tied, a five minute _ will occur.
a dribbling move where the player switches the ball from one hand to the other while changing directions
a clutch shot made in the final seconds
when a player intentionally falls or stumbles to make it appear the opponent has fouled them
teams reserved players
difficult or bad shot

16 Clues: difficult or bad shot • teams reserved players • another word for fouling an opponent. • a clutch shot made in the final seconds • the line that runs parallel to the backboard • if a game is tied, a five minute _ will occur. • shot that misses both the rim and the backboard • signals the start of the game and before certain movements. • ...

Basketball 2018-02-14

Across

The ball used to play the sport
When you shoot the ball
The last name of a famous basketball player that plays number 30 for the Golden State Warrior
When the game is tied at the end of a regulation match
When the ball only hits the net
When you make a shot in front of the arc, you are awarded ___ points
When you jump up to the rim and do a powerful jam
When you stop somebody from shooting
When there is contact on a shot, or any other physical contact

Down

When you make a shot beyond the arc , you are awarded ___ points
When you score after a steal
He goes for a _____ of the backboard
The last name of a famous basketball player that plays number 23 for the Cleveland Cavaliers
When you score off of being posted up
When you bounce the ball

15 Clues: When you shoot the ball • When you bounce the ball • When you score after a steal • The ball used to play the sport • When the ball only hits the net • He goes for a _____ of the backboard • When you stop somebody from shooting • When you score off of being posted up • When you jump up to the rim and do a powerful jam • When the game is tied at the end of a regulation match • ...

Basketball 2015-11-03

Across

The basket
The team leader/teacher
The team trying to shoot
A shot taken after fouled on
A Brown/Orange ball
The team preventing the other team from shooting
Bounce or chest

Down

The square on the back of the hoop
A shot worth 3points
A defensive play
Low block area on the court
An "illegal" move
The person handling the ball on offense
The first 5 players on the court for each team
Outer shooting level

15 Clues: The basket • Bounce or chest • A defensive play • An "illegal" move • A Brown/Orange ball • A shot worth 3points • Outer shooting level • The team leader/teacher • The team trying to shoot • Low block area on the court • A shot taken after fouled on • The square on the back of the hoop • The person handling the ball on offense • The first 5 players on the court for each team • ...

Basketball 2023-05-04

Across

Known by his initials MJ, is an American former professional basketball player and businessman
The scoring goal attached to the backboard and is comprised of a metal rim from which a corded net hangs.
Women's National Basketball Association is an American professional basketball league.
Another word for basket.
A player approaches quickly from behind a defender toward the basket.
Nicknamed “Ace”,[1] is an American professional basketball player for the Las Vegas Aces of the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). Widely regarded as one of the greatest WNBA players of all time, she was selected as the first overall pick in the 2008 WNBA draft by the Los Angeles Sparks.
The center position; also the foot that remains stationary until a dribbler passes the ball.

Down

The team not in possession of the ball
Area of the court farthest from the offensive team's goal.
The surface to which the basket is mounted.
An offensive player moves away from the basket to set a screen for teammate.
A free shot taken from the foul line awarded a player whose opponent committed a foul.
Fake To fake a pass or shot.
Game played between two teams of five players in which goals are scored by throwing a ball through a netted hoop fixed above each end of the court.
The ball misses the hoop and backboard entirely.

15 Clues: Another word for basket. • Fake To fake a pass or shot. • The team not in possession of the ball • The surface to which the basket is mounted. • The ball misses the hoop and backboard entirely. • Area of the court farthest from the offensive team's goal. • A player approaches quickly from behind a defender toward the basket. • ...

Basketball 2023-05-09

Across

player bouncing ball up and down
part of the court that is under the hoop
Player puts ball in basket with hand
player shoots and only hits backboard
round thing players use to play the game
player passes to their teammate in air and he dunks it
player throws the pass from across the court to his teamate before defenders get back

Down

player gets to throw after getting penalized
the thing players shoot the ball into
player throws ball up close and gets 2 points
player dribbles and makes the other player fall
player dribbles and crosses
biggest basketball association
player shoots and misses the entire hoop
player throws ball to teamate

15 Clues: player dribbles and crosses • player throws ball to teamate • biggest basketball association • player bouncing ball up and down • Player puts ball in basket with hand • the thing players shoot the ball into • player shoots and only hits backboard • part of the court that is under the hoop • round thing players use to play the game • player shoots and misses the entire hoop • ...

Basketball 2023-11-02

Across

On offense the player tries to score on close shots and rebounds
Ball gets thrown between two opposing players
Playing near the basket while rebounding and defending tallest player
A big forward plays in low post & good rebounding skills
Responsible for bringing the ball up the court and being the primary facilitator on offense for make assists

Down

The backcourt player who directs team offense
The thing you use to get the ball into the basket
A player who can play both shooting guard and small forward
A player who plays forward and center and understands the boht positions
A forward who is smaller than power forward and is more agile with better shot
Sport you play with orange ball
Player who shoots from far
Contains the opposing teams point guard and creates steals and turnovers
The ball goes far from the basket
To position oneself between opposing player and basket

15 Clues: Player who shoots from far • Sport you play with orange ball • The ball goes far from the basket • The backcourt player who directs team offense • Ball gets thrown between two opposing players • The thing you use to get the ball into the basket • To position oneself between opposing player and basket • A big forward plays in low post & good rebounding skills • ...

basketball 2023-10-09

Across

something to play with to have more grip one the court
something that gives the player music to hype them up
a group of players
a place to score the ball
someone to teach you how to play and get better at the sport
something to track the score on each side
the 2 best basketball players ever
a worse alternative to the nba

Down

something to indicate what team you are on
a free shot you take when you get fouled
a structure to play basketball on
something to dribble with
something to warm the players arm
something to help the player loosen up before/after a game
professional league in basketball

15 Clues: a group of players • a place to score the ball • something to dribble with • a worse alternative to the nba • a structure to play basketball on • something to warm the players arm • professional league in basketball • the 2 best basketball players ever • a free shot you take when you get fouled • something to track the score on each side • ...

Basketball 2025-03-18

Across

Innerhalb von 24 Sekunden müssen Sie das Feld des Gegners betreten und angreifen.
Ein Spieler, der den Ball dribbelt, darf diesen nach Beendung des Dribbelns kein zweites Mal dribbeln.
Ein Spieler darf den Ball nicht mit dem Fuß berühren.
Ein disqualifizierendes Faul führt zum Ausschluss des Spielers.
Wurftechnik, bei der der Ball mit nach oben ausgestrecktem Arm in einer Bogenbewegung Richtung Korb geworfen wird.
Ein unsportliches Foul wird bei unnötigen oder absichtlichen harten Aktionen gegen den Gegner gegeben und führt zu Freiwürfen für das gegnerische Team.
am Spielbrett aufgehängter Eisenring mit einem Netz
Ein technisches Faul wird bei Regelverstößen oder unsportlichem Verhalten gegeben.
Bekommt eine Mannschaft den Ball, muss sie es schaffen ihn innerhalb von acht Sekunden aus der eigenen Hälfte in das Spielfeld des Gegners zu befördern.

Down

Wenn ein Spieler den Gegner körperlich foult, z. B. durch Schubsen oder Ziehen.
Ein besonders wertvoller Spieler, der am Ende einer Saison oder Runde durch Zuschauer oder durch Trainer gewählt wird
Bei Gleichstand nach abgelaufener Spielzeit, werden Verlängerungen von je fünf Minuten gespielt, bis das Spiel entschieden ist.
Ein Spieler darf den Ball maximal 5 Sekunden lang halten.
Als Airball (englisch air ball ‚Luftball‘) wird der Wurfversuch eines Spielers im Basketball bezeichnet, bei dem der Ball den Korb komplett verfehlt und weder den Ring noch das Brett der Korbanlage berührt.
Bei einem Angriff darf der Spielball von keinem Spieler der ballführenden Mannschaft von der gegnerischen Hälfte (Vorfeld) in die eigene Spielfeldhälfte (Rückfeld) zurückgespielt werden.

15 Clues: am Spielbrett aufgehängter Eisenring mit einem Netz • Ein Spieler darf den Ball nicht mit dem Fuß berühren. • Ein Spieler darf den Ball maximal 5 Sekunden lang halten. • Ein disqualifizierendes Faul führt zum Ausschluss des Spielers. • Wenn ein Spieler den Gegner körperlich foult, z. B. durch Schubsen oder Ziehen. • ...

Basketball 2021-04-21

Across

A shot in which a basket is attempted from under the net; generally considered one of the easier shots.
A shot usually made when a player is not close to the basket. The ball is thrown with two hands. This type of shot tends to be quite accurate.
A shot in which the player shoots the ball into the basket at the top of the jump.
A tactic used by an offensive player in which the player pretends to do cut, pass, or shoot in order to deceive an opponent
Something that presents difficulty and requires effort to master or achieve.
The team or players in a game or sport who are attempting to score or move the ball forward.
A shot in which the ball is tapped back into the basket as it rebounds from the backboard.
RANGE An area around the basketball goal in which a player has the best chance of making a shot based on skill level and physical development

Down

A shot executed with both hands holding the ball initially. The ball is then pushed into the basket with one hand.
To continue moving after an object has been kicked, struck, or thrown
To move an object from one space to another
The ball is thrown to the basket over one shoulder of the player who is handling the ball. The center and forwards on a team will find this shot extremely valuable.
A shot in which a player who has been fouled shoots from behind the free-throw line
The team or players in a game or sport who are trying to steal away possession of the ball and stop their opponent from scoring a goal or point
An ability specific to a task.

15 Clues: An ability specific to a task. • To move an object from one space to another • To continue moving after an object has been kicked, struck, or thrown • Something that presents difficulty and requires effort to master or achieve. • A shot in which the player shoots the ball into the basket at the top of the jump. • ...

basketball 2021-03-26

Across

every year new players in the nba are founded in the ____
which kind of basket was first used for the game
if a player commits a foul, the referee awards a free____
the round metal rime from which a basketball net is suspended
the official
a net fixed on a hoop used as the goal
what was the nickname of a famous player that owns a brand and that played for the LA Lakers
to bounce the ball while you run

Down

at what height must a basket ring be
a high jump shoot in which the ball is thrust down through the hoop
what is mvp (award)mean
a player loses the ball to a member of the other team with out taking a shot
if you run with the ball you must also___ it
a pass to a team mate that leads directly to a goal
what is it called coming off the backboard

15 Clues: the official • what is mvp (award)mean • to bounce the ball while you run • at what height must a basket ring be • a net fixed on a hoop used as the goal • what is it called coming off the backboard • if you run with the ball you must also___ it • which kind of basket was first used for the game • a pass to a team mate that leads directly to a goal • ...

basketball 2021-10-13

Across

Name for Houston basketball team
National Basketball Association
Name for the Miami basketball team
City where the Celtics are from
Played for the Bulls in the 1990's
Basketball player with mamba mentality
Name for the New Orleans basketball team

Down

the ball they use in the sport
The position that directs the court
what the game is played on
Team that Ja Morant plays for
Player who plays for the Lakers
Basketball video game
Basketball player from Mississippi that plays for the suns
Name for Milwaukee

15 Clues: Name for Milwaukee • Basketball video game • what the game is played on • Team that Ja Morant plays for • the ball they use in the sport • National Basketball Association • City where the Celtics are from • Player who plays for the Lakers • Name for Houston basketball team • Name for the Miami basketball team • Played for the Bulls in the 1990's • ...

Basketball 2021-12-08

Across

Basketball team in Miami
Located in Milwaukee
Best player on the Lakers
Lamelo ball is the starting point guard
Basketball team in Brooklyn
Purple and Gold colors
Basketball team in phoenix
Basketball team in San Antonio

Down

Basketball team in San Fransico
Basketball team in Chicago
@x unanimous MVP
Located in New York
Basketball team in Toronto
Basketball team in Dallas
Best 3pt shooter of all time.
Basketball team in Boston

16 Clues: @x unanimous MVP • Located in New York • Located in Milwaukee • Purple and Gold colors • Basketball team in Miami • Best player on the Lakers • Basketball team in Dallas • Basketball team in Boston • Basketball team in Chicago • Basketball team in Toronto • Basketball team in phoenix • Basketball team in Brooklyn • Best 3pt shooter of all time. • Basketball team in San Antonio • ...

Basketball 2018-02-26

Across

is the best time of nba
is the best scorer of the Barça
is the best scorer of Madrid
play in Houston
won copa del rey 2018
won the acb 2017

Down

is in the CSKA
won the euroleague 2016
is the best golden state warriors player
is mvp of nba 2017
won the nba 2016
is the best player of Madrid
is the best player of the world
play in the utah jazz
is the team that has the most acb

15 Clues: is in the CSKA • play in Houston • won the nba 2016 • won the acb 2017 • is mvp of nba 2017 • won copa del rey 2018 • play in the utah jazz • won the euroleague 2016 • is the best time of nba • is the best scorer of Madrid • is the best player of Madrid • is the best scorer of the Barça • is the best player of the world • is the team that has the most acb • ...

Basketball 2016-11-17

Across

Violations of the rules other than floor violations, generally attempts to gain advantage by physical contact; penalized by a change in possession or free-throw opportunities.
A close-range shot using one hand to bank the ball off the backboard.
A pass thrown by a rebounder to start a fast break.
To bounce the ball continuously with one hand. Required in order to take steps with the ball.
the end of the first half of play
To obtain the ball after a missed field goal attempt.

Down

An overhead shot taken while jumping, sometimes abbreviated as J.
A pass to a teammate who scores a basket immediately or after one dribble.
Starts every basketball game. Takes place in the center of the court.
To throw the ball to a teammate.
The line that marks the playing boundary at either end of the court. Also called the "end line."
To tip or deflect a shooter's shot, altering its flight so the shot misses.
An offensive foul when the person with the ball rushes into a non-moving defender.
An offensive play in which a player throws the ball up near the basket to a teammate (or, more rarely, to himself) who jumps, catches the ball in mid air and immediately scores a basket, usually with a slam dunk.
To score by putting the ball directly through the basket with one or both hands.

15 Clues: To throw the ball to a teammate. • the end of the first half of play • A pass thrown by a rebounder to start a fast break. • To obtain the ball after a missed field goal attempt. • An overhead shot taken while jumping, sometimes abbreviated as J. • Starts every basketball game. Takes place in the center of the court. • ...

Basketball 2023-01-31

Across

throwing ball to teammate
when ball is put into basket
player takes too many steps
additional time
ball tapped back into basket as rebounds

Down

team cousits of two
invented basketball
game begins with a jumpball
ball used in basketball
word meaning bouncing ball
team consits of two
shot of ball top of jumptibin ball tapped back into basket as rebounds
toss from behind the free throw line
team consits of one
what was used as basket in 1891

15 Clues: additional time • team cousits of two • invented basketball • team consits of two • team consits of one • ball used in basketball • throwing ball to teammate • word meaning bouncing ball • game begins with a jumpball • player takes too many steps • when ball is put into basket • what was used as basket in 1891 • toss from behind the free throw line • ...

Basketball 2023-08-29

Across

A brief time a coach takes with the team
The professional basketball league
Someone who calls the fouls in the game
what you shoot the ball in
A 15 minutes break before the 3rd quarter
The place you play basketball on
Bouncing the ball in your hand

Down

Both teams are tied and the time ran out
A board to keep up with points
4 rounds that are 12 minutes long
The ball you play with for this sport
a shot a player takes after getting fouled while shooting
To help players get the ball out easier from the hoop
2 shoots you take after getting fouled
An illegal touch

15 Clues: An illegal touch • what you shoot the ball in • A board to keep up with points • Bouncing the ball in your hand • The place you play basketball on • 4 rounds that are 12 minutes long • The professional basketball league • The ball you play with for this sport • 2 shoots you take after getting fouled • Someone who calls the fouls in the game • ...

Basketball 2023-08-29

Across

when you have the ball and you try and score
place you play
what you wear during the game
how you get a point when you shoot a shot far away
a guard in basketball whose chief role is as an outside shooter
the person who officiates
should be able to score from the three-point line and from close range
when you have to try and stop the other team from scoring
a hoop you shoot the ball in

Down

the color of the ball you play with
playing near the basket while rebounding and defending taller players
the tallest player on each team, playing near the basket
how you get a point by driving to the basket
specializes in certain skills, like other player positions in basketball
how you get a point when you get fouled

15 Clues: place you play • the person who officiates • a hoop you shoot the ball in • what you wear during the game • the color of the ball you play with • how you get a point when you get fouled • how you get a point by driving to the basket • when you have the ball and you try and score • how you get a point when you shoot a shot far away • ...

Basketball 2025-03-12

Across

– Grabbing the ball after a missed shot
– Bouncing the ball while moving
– A close-range shot off the backboard
– Moving without dribbling
– The ring the ball goes through
– A shot worth three points
– An unguarded shot worth one point

Down

– A powerful slam into the hoop
– The surface behind the hoop
– How the game starts
– A break called by a team
– Taking the ball from an opponent
– Pass leading to a basket
– A rule violation
– A move keeping one foot planted

15 Clues: – A rule violation • – How the game starts • – A break called by a team • – Moving without dribbling • – Pass leading to a basket • – A shot worth three points • – The surface behind the hoop • – A powerful slam into the hoop • – Bouncing the ball while moving • – The ring the ball goes through • – A move keeping one foot planted • – Taking the ball from an opponent • ...

BASKETBALL 2024-10-08

Across

Michael Jordan's team
Lebron James' original team
Stops the offense
Beyond the arc scoring
Steps without dribble
Inventor of basketball
Team Larry Bird played for
Number of quarters in a game

Down

Double dribble is one type
Greek Freak
Round ball sport
Swipe ball from another player
NBA team from Miami
Nothing but net
King of 3 pointers on Warriors

15 Clues: Greek Freak • Nothing but net • Round ball sport • Stops the offense • NBA team from Miami • Michael Jordan's team • Steps without dribble • Beyond the arc scoring • Inventor of basketball • Double dribble is one type • Team Larry Bird played for • Lebron James' original team • Number of quarters in a game • Swipe ball from another player • King of 3 pointers on Warriors

Basketball 2025-02-12

Across

After the missed shot, he grabbed the ____ and passed it to another teammate.
After the jump ball, the team gained ____ and set up their offense.
He skillfully ____ past his defender and made a shot.
The coach called a ____ to regroup and strategize for the final play.
She made a great ____, taking the ball from the other team.
The players ran up and down the ____.
He scored a ____ after taking it down the court.
The player was called for a ____ after pushing his opponent.

Down

The ball went ____ after he missed the pass.
After being fouled, he took a _____ and scored one point.
With a powerful jump, he went over two players to ____ the ball.
The coach decided to ____ in the younger players and give them some playing time.
She made an incredible bounce ____ to her teammate.
He made a ____ to tie the game.
He took a quick step, then finished with a smooth layup off the glass.

15 Clues: He made a ____ to tie the game. • The players ran up and down the ____. • The ball went ____ after he missed the pass. • He scored a ____ after taking it down the court. • She made an incredible bounce ____ to her teammate. • He skillfully ____ past his defender and made a shot. • After being fouled, he took a _____ and scored one point. • ...

Basketball 2016-09-15

Across

A shot that goes in without touching the rim
Recently retired Legend
A large forward with good ball handling and passing skills
A shot while jumping backwards away from the basket
When a player slams the ball into the hoop from above the rim
Slang for a three pointer
A pass to a mid air slam dunk
Recovering the ball after a missed shot
A player that stands in the defends way to block him

Down

2015-2016 NBA Champions
Where the player steps back before they shoot to create space
The best shooter in the world
Double digits in 3 stat categories
A shot that completely misses the rim and backboard
Big name player acquired by Golden State

15 Clues: 2015-2016 NBA Champions • Recently retired Legend • Slang for a three pointer • The best shooter in the world • A pass to a mid air slam dunk • Double digits in 3 stat categories • Recovering the ball after a missed shot • Big name player acquired by Golden State • A shot that goes in without touching the rim • A shot while jumping backwards away from the basket • ...

Basketball 2017-01-24

Across

when you take the ball away from someone
the inside of the key
when you grab the ball after a shot
a pass that leads to basket
a level of excellence
an infraction of the rules
when a team gets a break from the game
a period of time in history

Down

when two players get tied up with the ball
where a player gets selected to play for a team
a shot close to the basket
taking steps without dribbling
a group of teams
a symbol or design that represents a team
conference a group of teams who play in the east

15 Clues: a group of teams • the inside of the key • a level of excellence • a shot close to the basket • an infraction of the rules • a pass that leads to basket • a period of time in history • taking steps without dribbling • when you grab the ball after a shot • when a team gets a break from the game • when you take the ball away from someone • a symbol or design that represents a team • ...

basketball 2017-03-27

Across

the place where you play in it
where you make it in with the basketball
where the people sit
teaches the team how to play
blows the whistle
curry he's in the golden state basketball team and shoots threes a lot
Bryan retired and use to be in the Lakers co....

Down

you wear them on your feet
Jordan retired and used to be the best dunker
board you hit it and bounces off and you make it in
they won 2016 MBA finals
is bouncy
lineal he is in the Lakers and when he dunks he brakes the back board
they cheer when you score
James he joined the cavaliers to help them win the champion chip

15 Clues: is bouncy • blows the whistle • where the people sit • they won 2016 MBA finals • they cheer when you score • you wear them on your feet • teaches the team how to play • the place where you play in it • where you make it in with the basketball • Jordan retired and used to be the best dunker • Bryan retired and use to be in the Lakers co.... • ...

basketball 2022-11-21

Across

Creator of basketball
taiwan basketball league
center
94 feet
50 feet
where jump balls occur
forwards
players on the court
line the divides the court in half

Down

Place in which basketball was created
first public basketball game
10 feet off the ground
guard
where players attempt freethrows
person who retrieves the ball after a point scored
the first kind of basket used

16 Clues: guard • center • 94 feet • 50 feet • forwards • players on the court • Creator of basketball • 10 feet off the ground • where jump balls occur • taiwan basketball league • first public basketball game • the first kind of basket used • where players attempt freethrows • line the divides the court in half • Place in which basketball was created • ...

Basketball 2020-06-23

Across

5'3"
Jennifer
The absolute G.O.A.T
11 rings
Youngest MVP
7'7"
Brandon
Pop
White Mamba

Down

🐂
🈶 🈯 🈹
GOAT
👑
👨‍🍳
Most recent 3 peat

15 Clues: 🐂 • 👑 • 👨‍🍳 • Pop • 5'3" • GOAT • 7'7" • 🈶 🈯 🈹 • Brandon • Jennifer • 11 rings • White Mamba • Youngest MVP • Most recent 3 peat • The absolute G.O.A.T

Basketball 2024-09-24

Across

Taking more steps without dribbling the ball
When a player stops dribbling and then dribbles again
First NBA team
A dunk made by jumping and catching a teammates pass
The act of throwing the ball to a teammate
A pass that directly leads to a point
The jump ball starting a period
Unopposed attempts to make a shot behind the line

Down

The oldest American team
An unblocked shot that misses
The first basketball league
Founder of basketball
Man on the NBA logo
Throwing the ball through the net with the hands
A feigned attempt to pass or shoot the ball

15 Clues: First NBA team • Man on the NBA logo • Founder of basketball • The oldest American team • The first basketball league • An unblocked shot that misses • The jump ball starting a period • A pass that directly leads to a point • The act of throwing the ball to a teammate • A feigned attempt to pass or shoot the ball • Taking more steps without dribbling the ball • ...

BASKETBALL 2023-01-18

Across

Gerakan lari tanpa membawa bola dengan cara memotong dan bertujuan untuk membebaskan diri dari penjagaan lawan atau biasa juga sebagai gerakan lari untuk dapatkan operan bola dari teman dalam satu tim
Serangan kilat yang ampuh dan menguntungkan suatu tim
Pola pertahanan yang menempatkan satu pemain untuk menjaga satu pemain lawan
Pola pertahanan dimana setiap pemain memiliki daerah penjagaan masing masing
Istilah yang digunakan dalam olahraga bola basket, yang berarti mencuri bola dari lawan saat mendrible.
Pola penyerangan yang sudah direncanakan di awal sehingga tim dapat memperoleh serangan-serangan yang teratur dan sangat menghemat tenaga
Pola strategi melakukan serangan dengan mengatur jalur gerakan dan tugas masing-masing pemain.

Down

Pola penyerangan permainan basket yang bersifat bebas
Pola penyerangan dalam permainan basket ini digunakan untuk menerobos daerah pertahanan lawan maupun pertahanan satu lawan satu
Upaya pemain yang dilakukan untuk menghentikan potensi second chance yang akan menjadi kesempatan lawan untuk menambah poin.
kegiatan yang bertujuan untuk menekan lawan, menguasai permainan, dan yang terpenting adalah mencetak skor.
Upaya untuk mempertahankan daerah sendiri atau daerah pertahanan
Gerakan membayangi, menghalangi, atau menutup jalan lawan, dengan tujuan agar membebaskan pemain lain untuk bergerak leluasa melakukan penyerangan.
Pola penyerangan dalam permainan basket tersebut digunakan jika dalam satu tim tidak memiliki pemain yang bertubuh jangkung.
Pola penyerangan dalam permainan basket ini digunakan untuk menyerang pertahanan satu lawan satu

15 Clues: Pola penyerangan permainan basket yang bersifat bebas • Serangan kilat yang ampuh dan menguntungkan suatu tim • Upaya untuk mempertahankan daerah sendiri atau daerah pertahanan • Pola pertahanan yang menempatkan satu pemain untuk menjaga satu pemain lawan • Pola pertahanan dimana setiap pemain memiliki daerah penjagaan masing masing • ...

Basketball 2024-11-19

Across

– Violation of the rules
– Perfect shot without rim contact
– Recovering a missed shot
– Defending a shot
- ICONIC PLAYER
– Ball-handling move
– Close-range shot

Down

– Player who handles the ball
– Screen set for a teammate
– Scoring position
– Defensive zone of the court
– Position near the hoop
– High-flying basket shot
– Where the game is played
– Defensive block

15 Clues: - ICONIC PLAYER • – Defensive block • – Scoring position • – Defending a shot • – Close-range shot • – Ball-handling move • – Violation of the rules • – Position near the hoop • – High-flying basket shot • – Recovering a missed shot • – Where the game is played • – Screen set for a teammate • – Player who handles the ball • – Defensive zone of the court • – Perfect shot without rim contact

basketball 2026-09-22

Across

Teknik menembak bola dari jarak dekat dibawah ring
Teknik dasar menahan atau menguasai bola dengan kedua tangan
Teknik menembak bola ke ring basket
Strategi menyerang yang dilakukan dengan cepat melalui operan dan pergerakan tanpa bola
Teknik dasar menggiring bola dengan memantulkan bola ke lantai
Gerakan mengubah arah atau posisi badan untuk mengelabui lawan
Strategi menyerang dengan memanfaatkan gerakan pick and roll
Taktik bertahan dengan menjaga lawan secara langsung
Teknik mengumpan bola dengan satu tangan dari atas kepala

Down

Teknik mengoper bola ke teman satu tim dengan tepat
Taktik menyerang yang memanfaatkan pergerakan pemain untuk menciptakan ruang tembak
Teknik dasar menguasai bola dengan tangan
Posisi pemain yang berada di garis depan dalam serangan
Taktik bertahan yang dilakukan secara berkelompok di area tertentu (misalnya zona)
Gerakan memutar badan dengan satu kaki sebagai poros

15 Clues: Teknik menembak bola ke ring basket • Teknik dasar menguasai bola dengan tangan • Teknik menembak bola dari jarak dekat dibawah ring • Teknik mengoper bola ke teman satu tim dengan tepat • Gerakan memutar badan dengan satu kaki sebagai poros • Taktik bertahan dengan menjaga lawan secara langsung • Posisi pemain yang berada di garis depan dalam serangan • ...

Basketball 2018-02-26

Across

is the best scorer of the Barça
is the best player of Madrid
is the best time of nba
won copa del rey 2018
is mvp of nba 2017
won the nba 2016
play in Houston
is the best golden state warriors player

Down

won the acb 2017
is the team that has the most acb
is in the CSKA
is the best scorer of Madrid
won the euroleague 2016
is the best player of the world
play in the utah jazz

15 Clues: is in the CSKA • play in Houston • won the acb 2017 • won the nba 2016 • is mvp of nba 2017 • won copa del rey 2018 • play in the utah jazz • won the euroleague 2016 • is the best time of nba • is the best scorer of Madrid • is the best player of Madrid • is the best scorer of the Barça • is the best player of the world • is the team that has the most acb • ...

Basketball 2018-02-26

Across

is the best time of nba
is the team that has the most acb
is in the CSKA
is the best player of the world
won the euroleague 2016
is mvp of nba 2017
is the best scorer of the Barça
won the nba 2016

Down

is the best golden state warriors player
is the best player of Madrid
is the best scorer of Madrid
won the acb 2017
won copa del rey 2018
play in Houston
play in the utah jazz

15 Clues: is in the CSKA • play in Houston • won the acb 2017 • won the nba 2016 • is mvp of nba 2017 • won copa del rey 2018 • play in the utah jazz • is the best time of nba • won the euroleague 2016 • is the best player of Madrid • is the best scorer of Madrid • is the best player of the world • is the best scorer of the Barça • is the team that has the most acb • ...

Basketball 2020-01-29

Across

when the player slams the ball through the hoop
when the player lays the ball up
the ball
a shot that is unguarded, usually two
a shot that is made and the foul
when the player steals the ball
what the player does to move around the court
when the player slaps the ball away when the player is going to shoot

Down

the way they decide who gets ball first
when the player creates a wall
dribble, stop, dribble again
when the player jumps back while shooting or fades back
a shot that counts as 3
3 steps without dribble
what the player does to give it to the other player

15 Clues: the ball • a shot that counts as 3 • 3 steps without dribble • dribble, stop, dribble again • when the player creates a wall • when the player steals the ball • when the player lays the ball up • a shot that is made and the foul • a shot that is unguarded, usually two • the way they decide who gets ball first • what the player does to move around the court • ...

BASKETBALL 2021-01-07

Across

การยืนขัดขวางฝ่ายตรงข้ามให้เพื่อนร่วมทีมที่ครองบอลหรือที่กำลังหาช่องว่างหลุดพ้นจากการประกบตาม
ทำแต้มโดยการจับลูกบาสยัดลงไปในห่วง
การป้องกันไม่ให้เกิดการทำแต้มจากฝ่ายบุก
การยิงประตูโดยปล่อยลูกบาสออกจากมือ เพื่อทำแต้ม
การเลี้ยงบอลโดยการ เบิ้ลบอล
การตัดบอลฝ่ายตรงข้ามขณะส่งบอล
ตำแหน่งผู้เล่นที่มีหน้าที่ดูแลการบุกของทีมโดยควบคุมลูกและส่งลูกไปยังผู้เล่นที่เหมาะสม
การกระโดดขึ้นยิงประตู

Down

ทีมที่ครอบครองบอลในแดนหน้าจะต้องไม่ทำให้ลูกบอลกลับสู่แดนหลัง
ตำแหน่งผู้เล่นที่มีหน้าที่คอยทำแต้มจากระยะไกล
การที่ผู้เล่นครอบครองบอลแล้วเคลือที่ก้าวเท้าออกเกิน 2 ก้าว โดยไม่ส่งหรือยิงประตู
การกระโดดรับลูกบอลกลางอากาศหลังจากที่ฝ่ายตรงข้ามทำแต้มไม่สำเร็จ
การแย่งบอลในขณะที่ฝั่งตรงข้ามกำลังเลี้ยงลูก
เป็นตำแหน่งผู้เล่นวงในที่มีหน้าที่คอย ป้องกัน หรือ block การทำแต้มจากผู้เล่นฝ่ายตรงข้าม
การทำผิดกฎกติกา

15 Clues: การทำผิดกฎกติกา • การกระโดดขึ้นยิงประตู • การเลี้ยงบอลโดยการ เบิ้ลบอล • การตัดบอลฝ่ายตรงข้ามขณะส่งบอล • ทำแต้มโดยการจับลูกบาสยัดลงไปในห่วง • การป้องกันไม่ให้เกิดการทำแต้มจากฝ่ายบุก • การแย่งบอลในขณะที่ฝั่งตรงข้ามกำลังเลี้ยงลูก • ตำแหน่งผู้เล่นที่มีหน้าที่คอยทำแต้มจากระยะไกล • การยิงประตูโดยปล่อยลูกบาสออกจากมือ เพื่อทำแต้ม • ...

BASKETBALL 2021-06-15

Across

A SLANG TERM FOR BASKETBALL
BALL A WAY TO START THE GAME
WHEN A DEFENSIVE PLAYER DEFLECTS A FIELD GOAL
TAKING MORE THAN ONE STEP WHILE HOLDING THE BALL
A PLAYING POSITION
YOU SCORE WHEN THE BALL GOES THROUGH IT
NUMBER OF PLAYERS ON THE COURT PER TEAM

Down

BOUNCING THE BALL
SKILL WHICH ALLOW YOU TO CHANGE DIRECTION TO PASS OR SHOOT THE BALL WITH ONE FOOT REMAINING ON THE GROUND
THE GAME IS DIVIDED INTO 4
SKILL NEED TO SCORE GOALS
SHAPE OF THE COURT
THE BOARD BEHIND THE BASKET
PLAYER RETRIEVE BALL AFTER A MISSED GOAL OR FREE THROW
A PLAYER ON THE BENCH

15 Clues: BOUNCING THE BALL • SHAPE OF THE COURT • A PLAYING POSITION • A PLAYER ON THE BENCH • SKILL NEED TO SCORE GOALS • THE GAME IS DIVIDED INTO 4 • A SLANG TERM FOR BASKETBALL • THE BOARD BEHIND THE BASKET • BALL A WAY TO START THE GAME • YOU SCORE WHEN THE BALL GOES THROUGH IT • NUMBER OF PLAYERS ON THE COURT PER TEAM • WHEN A DEFENSIVE PLAYER DEFLECTS A FIELD GOAL • ...

Basketball 2023-08-09

Across

A type of basketball shot where a player jumps and throws the ball into the hoop.
A shot that misses both the rim and the backboard.
The playing area where basketball is played.
The act of bouncing the ball while moving around the court.
When a player grabs the ball after a missed shot.
A forceful shot where a player pushes the ball through the hoop with both hands.
The player who typically plays near the basket and is responsible for scoring inside.

Down

A type of basketball shot where a player lays the ball directly into the hoop.
A circular goal through which players try to shoot the ball.
When a team loses possession of the ball to the opposing team.
When a player scores by putting back a missed shot into the hoop.
He action of diving underwater, often for exploration or recreation
Stop the opponent from scoring.
When an offensive player uses their body to shield a defender.
A rule violation in basketball that results in free throws for the opposing team.

15 Clues: Stop the opponent from scoring. • The playing area where basketball is played. • When a player grabs the ball after a missed shot. • A shot that misses both the rim and the backboard. • The act of bouncing the ball while moving around the court. • A circular goal through which players try to shoot the ball. • ...

Basketball 2024-05-17

Across

theirs a shooting _____
when you get the ball after someone misses the shot
their are four of these in a game
you play with a basket____
you do this to give the ball to other team mates
a type of pass is a _______ pass
when you walk with the ball but not dribbling
not offense but
you do this when you jump and score the ball with out shooting it

Down

you ______ so you don't get a travel
when you _____ the get to shoot free throws
calls fouls
you get this when you pass the ball and the other person scores
you ______ a shot
one of the easiest shots is a ______

15 Clues: calls fouls • not offense but • you ______ a shot • theirs a shooting _____ • you play with a basket____ • a type of pass is a _______ pass • their are four of these in a game • you ______ so you don't get a travel • one of the easiest shots is a ______ • when you _____ the get to shoot free throws • when you walk with the ball but not dribbling • ...

basketball 2023-03-22

Across

Dribbling from one hand to another
When your teamate scores off your pass
When you take the oppenets possesion of the ball
Connected to the rim
When you distrubute the ball
The team's support system
When you illegally hit the opponent
Scoring a point hanging on the rim

Down

When you bounce the ball in your hand
Time between halfs
When you swat the oppents shot
When you relase the ball in air
Nothing but net
When you make a basket while getting fouled
When you grab the ball after a jumpshot was attempted

15 Clues: Nothing but net • Time between halfs • Connected to the rim • The team's support system • When you distrubute the ball • When you swat the oppents shot • When you relase the ball in air • Dribbling from one hand to another • Scoring a point hanging on the rim • When you illegally hit the opponent • When you bounce the ball in your hand • When your teamate scores off your pass • ...

Basketball 2025-02-11

Across

This coach is famous for using the "Triangle Offense" method with the Chicago Bulls and LA Lakers
This California team has NEVER made it to the NBA Finals
He was the first player to win MVP, Coach of the Year, and Executive of the Year
This Greek-Nigerian Forward has been with the Bucks since 2013
Considered to be one of the league's best point guards, this player retired in 1991
The Warriors, who won the first ever NBA Championship, are based in this city
The number of divisions in the NBA

Down

The only NBA team NOT based in the USA
Michael Jordan played for this Washington team when he came out of retirement in 2001
This player holds the record for most three-pointers made in a single season
How many teams are currently in the NBA
This Boston team has won the most NBA Championships
This player holds the record for NBA All-Time Points
This team was the first to win 70 games in one season
This league was founded in 1996, almost 50 years after the NBA

15 Clues: The number of divisions in the NBA • The only NBA team NOT based in the USA • How many teams are currently in the NBA • This Boston team has won the most NBA Championships • This player holds the record for NBA All-Time Points • This team was the first to win 70 games in one season • This California team has NEVER made it to the NBA Finals • ...

Basketball 2024-09-16

Across

Foul and a made shot
shot worth 3 points
NBA Team in Chicago
Worn on feet during Games
Shot after a foul
Bulls Legend GOAT
Greatest 3 point shooter of all time

Down

Sport including a ball and basket
Worn on arm for compression and style
King of Basketball currently on Lakers
NBA Team based in Oklahoma
Giving ball to another person
Simple close shot
Place to work on skills and get fit
close shot that slams through the rim

15 Clues: Simple close shot • Shot after a foul • Bulls Legend GOAT • shot worth 3 points • NBA Team in Chicago • Foul and a made shot • Worn on feet during Games • NBA Team based in Oklahoma • Giving ball to another person • Sport including a ball and basket • Place to work on skills and get fit • Greatest 3 point shooter of all time • Worn on arm for compression and style • ...

Basketball 2024-10-29

Across

the GOAT
the men's college basketball association
the best college player in 2024(ESPN Analytics)
the beginning of a basketball game
best high school team in Pittsburgh
18 time NBA champion team
1 time NBA champion; dunked on LeBron
the easiest shot in basketball
basketballs professional league

Down

the 2023 Pennsylvania JV state champions
the original Los Angeles Clippers
2nd overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft
a sport played by tossing a ball in a hoop to score
an event where basketball is played internationally
where a player carries the ball for more than two steps

15 Clues: the GOAT • 18 time NBA champion team • the easiest shot in basketball • basketballs professional league • the original Los Angeles Clippers • the beginning of a basketball game • best high school team in Pittsburgh • 1 time NBA champion; dunked on LeBron • 2nd overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft • the 2023 Pennsylvania JV state champions • ...

Basketball 2022-10-22

Across

An illegal move where a player takes extra steps.
The wood or plastic behind the basket.
A throw that goes in the basket smoothly.
When a team is defending their side of the court.
The place where basketball is played.
An unblocked shot that misses the entire basket.
When a player bounces the ball.

Down

When a player uses their body to block another player.
A shot that can be made without anyone blocking the basket.
The place where the ball needs to go into.
When one player helps set up a shot for another player.
When a game needs more time to finish.
A throw where a player slams the ball into the basket.
When a player gets in the way of another player.
A shot made near the basket that hits the backboard first.

15 Clues: When a player bounces the ball. • The place where basketball is played. • The wood or plastic behind the basket. • When a game needs more time to finish. • A throw that goes in the basket smoothly. • The place where the ball needs to go into. • When a player gets in the way of another player. • An unblocked shot that misses the entire basket. • ...

Basketball 2022-09-28

Across

If a play commits a foul, the referee awards a free...
Every year new players in the NBA are found in the...
A pass to a team mate that leads directly to a goal
Which kind of basket was first used for the game?
A high jump shoot in which the ball is thrust down through the hoop
Round metal rim from which a basketball net hangs
What height must a basket ring be?
An official who calls violations and fouls

Down

Number of points earned when shooting from inside the 3-point line
A When a player loses the ball to a member of the other team without taking a shot
What is MVP short for?
What is a ball called coming off the backboard?
A net fixed on a hoop used as the goal
If you run with the ball you must also .... it
To bounce the ball repeatedly with one hand while running

15 Clues: What is MVP short for? • What height must a basket ring be? • A net fixed on a hoop used as the goal • An official who calls violations and fouls • If you run with the ball you must also .... it • What is a ball called coming off the backboard? • Which kind of basket was first used for the game? • Round metal rim from which a basketball net hangs • ...

Basketball 2026-02-19

Across

Leslie: Dominant center and Olympian.
Duncan: Fundamental Spurs power forward.
Curry: Started Basketball in 2009.
Antetokounmpo: Modern-day superstar.
Abdul-Jabbar: Record-holder for most MVP awards (6).
Russell: Celtics legend with 11 championships.
Swoopes: Trailblazer for the WNBA.
Bryant: During the 2000’s he scored 25,724 points.

Down

Chamberlain: Famous for scoring 100 points in single
Taurasi: Widely considered one of the best ever.
Olajuwon: Defensive powerhouse.
O'Neal: First Championship in 1995.
James: The kid who did his first dunk at age 13-14.
Jordan: Who said the quote “Just Do It?”
Bird: Celtics legend and 3-time MVP.

15 Clues: Olajuwon: Defensive powerhouse. • Curry: Started Basketball in 2009. • Swoopes: Trailblazer for the WNBA. • O'Neal: First Championship in 1995. • Antetokounmpo: Modern-day superstar. • Bird: Celtics legend and 3-time MVP. • Leslie: Dominant center and Olympian. • Duncan: Fundamental Spurs power forward. • Jordan: Who said the quote “Just Do It?” • ...

BASKETBALL 2025-08-27

Across

MVP with the most aura
Inventor of the one legged fade away
Current DPOY
Got a 13 year old pregnant
Most recent Number 1 Pick
Also known as the Haliban
NZ basketball legend
Player with least amount of aura

Down

Who has the most 3 points made in NBA history
Scored 100 points in a NBA match
The black mamba
French Alien
Committed the dunk of death in a Olympics game
Who has the most scored points in NBA history
Most career assists in NBA history

15 Clues: French Alien • Current DPOY • The black mamba • NZ basketball legend • MVP with the most aura • Most recent Number 1 Pick • Also known as the Haliban • Got a 13 year old pregnant • Scored 100 points in a NBA match • Player with least amount of aura • Most career assists in NBA history • Inventor of the one legged fade away • Who has the most 3 points made in NBA history • ...

BASKETBALL 2026-04-29

Across

A pass that directly leads to a score
The rectangular area directly under the basket
The team trying to prevent the opponent from scoring
Catching the ball after a missed shot
Deflecting an opponent's shot attempt
Illegal physical contact between players
The team with possession of the ball
The boundary lines at each end of the court

Down

Standing in the way of a defender to free a teammate
Taking too many steps without dribbling
Bouncing the ball continuously with one hand
Rotating on one foot while keeping the other planted
Taking the ball away from the opponent
Losing possession of the ball to the other team
A close-range shot using the backboard

15 Clues: The team with possession of the ball • A pass that directly leads to a score • Catching the ball after a missed shot • Deflecting an opponent's shot attempt • Taking the ball away from the opponent • A close-range shot using the backboard • Taking too many steps without dribbling • Illegal physical contact between players • The boundary lines at each end of the court • ...

Teams 2024-04-17

Across

LA basketball team
Montreal hockey team
New Jersey hockey team
Las Angeles hockey team
Edmond hockey team
Winnipeg hockey team
New Orleans basketball team
Buffalo hockey team
Chicago basketball team
Detroit hockey team
Arizona hockey team
Colorado hockey team
Miami basketball team
Indiana basketball team
New York basketball team
Phoenix basketball team
New York hockey team
Carolina hockey tam
Seattle hockey team
Sacramento
Atlanta basketball team
Vegas hockey team
Philadelphia hockey team
Brooklyn basketball team
San Antonio basketball team

Down

Anaheim hockey team
Toronto basketball team
Calgary hockey team
Minnesota hockey team
Toronto hockey team
Denver basketball team
Detroit basketball team
Charlotte basketball team
Las Angeles basketball team
San Jose hockey team
Dallas basketball team
Chicago hockey team
Washington basketball team
Nashville hockey team
Utah basketball team
Milwaukee basketball team
Pittsburgh hockey team
Boston basketball team
Vancouver hockey team
Houston basketball team
Boston hockey team
Memphis basketball team
Golden State basketball team
St Louis hockey team
Dallas hockey team

50 Clues: Sacramento • Vegas hockey team • LA basketball team • Edmond hockey team • Boston hockey team • Dallas hockey team • Anaheim hockey team • Calgary hockey team • Toronto hockey team • Buffalo hockey team • Chicago hockey team • Detroit hockey team • Arizona hockey team • Carolina hockey tam • Seattle hockey team • Montreal hockey team • Winnipeg hockey team • San Jose hockey team • Utah basketball team • ...

basketball 2022-10-31

Across

dunk is worth this many points
previous finals mvp
how many teams lebron james has played for
current bucks superstar
point after foul
regarded as the GOAT

Down

most wins in history
walking without dribbling
point worth more than two
foul made by being to aggressive when reaching for the ball
movie with special shoes
one of the best duos of all time
how many teams michael jordan has played for
future of the nba
featuring nba superstar in a movie

15 Clues: point after foul • future of the nba • previous finals mvp • most wins in history • regarded as the GOAT • current bucks superstar • movie with special shoes • walking without dribbling • point worth more than two • dunk is worth this many points • one of the best duos of all time • featuring nba superstar in a movie • how many teams lebron james has played for • ...

basketball 2023-03-22

Across

what you dribble and shoot
what you hang on after dunking the ball
using yourself a a barrier to get the opponent off your teammate
helps the ball go in the hoop, if needed
when your dribbling and you step back
when you drive to the rim but don't dunk
taking the ball back after other team had possession

Down

when your in front of the opponent, after getting a rebound, dribbling towards your side
acquiring the ball after a shot has been missed
when shooting the ball your also moving in the air
smacking the ball out of your opponents hands after he put up the shot
simple move to get around your opponent
not hitting the rim or backboard after shooting the ball
makes a satisfying noise after the ball has been swished
passing the ball to your teammate before he scores

15 Clues: what you dribble and shoot • when your dribbling and you step back • simple move to get around your opponent • what you hang on after dunking the ball • helps the ball go in the hoop, if needed • when you drive to the rim but don't dunk • acquiring the ball after a shot has been missed • when shooting the ball your also moving in the air • ...

Basketball 2018-02-14

Across

He goes for a _____ of the backboard
When you score after a steal
When the ball only hits the net
The last name of a famous basketball player that plays number 30 for the Golden State Warrior
The ball used to play the sport
When there is contact on a shot, or any other physical contact
When you make a shot in front of the arc, you are awarded ___ points
When you score off of being posted up

Down

The last name of a famous basketball player that plays number 23 for the Cleveland Cavaliers
When you stop somebody from shooting
When you shoot the ball
When you make a shot beyond the arc , you are awarded ___ points
When the game is tied at the end of a regulation match
When you jump up to the rim and do a powerful jam
When you bounce the ball

15 Clues: When you shoot the ball • When you bounce the ball • When you score after a steal • When the ball only hits the net • The ball used to play the sport • When you stop somebody from shooting • He goes for a _____ of the backboard • When you score off of being posted up • When you jump up to the rim and do a powerful jam • When the game is tied at the end of a regulation match • ...

Basketball 2018-02-26

Across

is the best player of the world
won the acb 2017
won copa del rey 2018
is the best golden state warriors player
is the best player of Madrid
play in Houston
is the best scorer of Madrid

Down

is the best scorer of the Barça
won the euroleague 2016
won the nba 2016
is the team that has the most acb
is mvp of nba 2017
is the best time of nba
is in the CSKA
play in the utah jazz

15 Clues: is in the CSKA • play in Houston • won the acb 2017 • won the nba 2016 • is mvp of nba 2017 • won copa del rey 2018 • play in the utah jazz • won the euroleague 2016 • is the best time of nba • is the best player of Madrid • is the best scorer of Madrid • is the best player of the world • is the best scorer of the Barça • is the team that has the most acb • ...

Basketball 2022-03-17

Across

a teacher
to get the ball in the hoop
bouncing the ball
missing a shot
award that you win
you bounce it
hitting the ball on the ground with your hands

Down

get the ball in the hoop
a brake in the middle of the game
somone that moves the ball
other word for ball
catched a pass above the net
jumping and throwing in the basket
circuler and hollow
somthing you dont do

15 Clues: a teacher • you bounce it • missing a shot • bouncing the ball • award that you win • other word for ball • circuler and hollow • somthing you dont do • get the ball in the hoop • somone that moves the ball • to get the ball in the hoop • catched a pass above the net • a brake in the middle of the game • jumping and throwing in the basket • hitting the ball on the ground with your hands

Basketball 2022-01-21

Across

where nuns lived
a type of igneous rock
the largest christian church
a network of trade routes connecting china with europe
long stories of heroic achievement
people who practice religious living
gathering memories of groups of people

Down

the oral constitution of the iroquois group
a group of people united by kinship
the study of fossils
an estate of land
old barbarians thousands of years ago
hard red clay
modern scandinavians
proof of something

15 Clues: hard red clay • where nuns lived • an estate of land • proof of something • the study of fossils • modern scandinavians • a type of igneous rock • the largest christian church • long stories of heroic achievement • a group of people united by kinship • people who practice religious living • old barbarians thousands of years ago • gathering memories of groups of people • ...

basketball 2025-09-27

Across

– A sport where two fighters wear gloves and throw punches.
– Kicking the ball into a goal is how you score.
– Includes flips, balance beam, and floor routines.
– Touchdowns and field goals score points.
– Rolling a ball to knock down pins.
– Played with sticks that have nets to catch and throw the ball.
– Racing in the water with different strokes.
– You swing a bat and run around the bases.
– Running, jumping, and racing at a meet.
– Two athletes compete on a mat to pin each other.

Down

– Played on ice with sticks, skates, and a puck.
– Played on a court with hoops at each end.
– Played with racquets, a net, and fuzzy balls.
– Teams hit a ball back and forth over a net.
– Hitting a small ball into holes on a course.

15 Clues: – Rolling a ball to knock down pins. • – Running, jumping, and racing at a meet. • – Touchdowns and field goals score points. • – Played on a court with hoops at each end. • – You swing a bat and run around the bases. • – Teams hit a ball back and forth over a net. • – Racing in the water with different strokes. • – Hitting a small ball into holes on a course. • ...

BASKETBALL 2025-06-01

Across

maillot
terrain de basket
pom-pom girl
tirer
conduire

Down

dribbler
parc
gradins, tribune
grand
sauter
ballon
lancer
adolescent
faire un câlin
courir

15 Clues: parc • grand • tirer • sauter • ballon • lancer • courir • maillot • dribbler • conduire • adolescent • pom-pom girl • faire un câlin • gradins, tribune • terrain de basket

Sports Teams 2023-03-05

Across

Kansas City Football
Houston Football
New York Baseball (Starts With Y)
Buffalo Football
Texas Baseball
Dallas Basketball
San Francisco Football
Washington Baseball
Portland Basketball
Houston Baseball
Miami Football
Boston Baseball
Kansas City Baseball
Phoenix Basketball
Tennessee Football
Miami Baseball
LA Baseball (Starts With D)
Cleveland Basketball
Green Bay Football
LA Basketball (Starts With L)
San Antonio Basketball
Cleveland Baseball
Atlanta Football
Washington Football
Dallas Football
Chicago Basketball
Denver Football
New England Football
Detroit Baseball
Arizona Baseball
Pittsburgh Football
Brooklyn Basketball
Chicago Football
Philidelphia Basketball
Philidelphia Baseball
San Francisco Baseball
Minnesota Baseball
LA Football (Starts With C)
LA Baseball (Starts With A)
Cincinnati Football
Denver Baseball
Philidelphia Football

Down

New York Football (Starts With G)
Carolina Football
Milwaukee Baseball
Detroit Basketball
Minnesota Football
Boston Basketball
New York Baseball (Starts with M)
Memphis Basketball
Miami Basketball
Minnesota Basketball
San Diego Baseball
Tampa Bay Baseball
Las Vegas Football
New York Basketball
Charlotte Basketball
LA Basketball (Starts With C)
Atlanta Basketball
Arizona Football
Baltimore Football
Detroit Football
Seattle Football
Denver Basketball
Atlanta Baseball
Orlando Basketball
New York Football (Starts With J)
Baltimore Baseball
Indiana Basketball
LA Football (Starts With R)
Cincinnati Baseball
Washington Basketball
Indianapolis Football
Golden State Basketball
Cleveland Football
Tampa Bay Football
Milwaukee Basketball
St. Louis Baseball
New Orleans Football
Chicago Baseball
New Orleans Basketball
Pittsburgh Baseball
Seattle Baseball
Oklahoma City Basketball
Utah Basketball
Jacksonville Football
Houston Basketball
Sacramento Basketball

88 Clues: Texas Baseball • Miami Football • Miami Baseball • Boston Baseball • Dallas Football • Denver Football • Utah Basketball • Denver Baseball • Houston Football • Buffalo Football • Miami Basketball • Houston Baseball • Arizona Football • Detroit Football • Seattle Football • Atlanta Baseball • Atlanta Football • Chicago Baseball • Detroit Baseball • Arizona Baseball • Chicago Football • Seattle Baseball • ...

Basketball 2023-02-23

Across

The height of basketball nets in the NBA
The rectangular floor that basketball is played on
when a basketball goes in the net without touching the rim
The equipment behind the hoop
The color of the first basketball
The number of points a free throw is worth
The number of players per team on the court

Down

The year basketball was invented
The number of quarters played in basketball
The number of points received for shooting inside of the arc
A shot taken before the game clock of a quarter expires but does not go in the basket until after the clock expires
The number of seconds u can be in the key
The NBA team that plays in Toronto
when you use both hands at the same time to dribble

14 Clues: The equipment behind the hoop • The year basketball was invented • The color of the first basketball • The NBA team that plays in Toronto • The height of basketball nets in the NBA • The number of seconds u can be in the key • The number of points a free throw is worth • The number of quarters played in basketball • The number of players per team on the court • ...

Basketball 2023-03-30

Across

out when you your position
when the ball bounces
break to rush
go to shot the ball
line the bounds lines
ball when the ball misses the ball r backboard
to protect your basket
pass that lends to score

Down

the goal
points score
drill to play with your fingers
when you win without your teammates
to get out of touching someone
duck to slam in the basket

14 Clues: the goal • break to rush • points score • go to shot the ball • when the ball bounces • line the bounds lines • to protect your basket • pass that lends to score • out when you your position • duck to slam in the basket • to get out of touching someone • drill to play with your fingers • when you win without your teammates • ball when the ball misses the ball r backboard

Previous Page 3 of 100 Next