basketball Crossword Puzzles

basketball teams 2022-12-06

basketball teams crossword puzzle
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  1. likes-reptiles
  2. has-2-brothers
  3. wears-a-yellow-hoodie-everyday
  4. always-wears-jewery
  5. does-cheer
  6. dating-caleb
  7. very-long-hair
  8. tiktok-master
  9. likes-to-hunt
  10. won-beta
  11. shoots-3s
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  1. likes-to-skate
  2. dating-connor
  3. dirtbike-kid
  4. rydie-tydie
  5. has-the-biggest-crush
  6. mighty-mouse
  7. gangster
  8. wears-glasses
  9. kahoot-owner
  10. QUeEn
  11. has-3-sisters

22 Clues: QUeEn • gangster • won-beta • shoots-3s • does-cheer • rydie-tydie • dirtbike-kid • dating-caleb • mighty-mouse • kahoot-owner • dating-connor • wears-glasses • has-3-sisters • tiktok-master • likes-to-hunt • likes-to-skate • likes-reptiles • has-2-brothers • very-long-hair • always-wears-jewery • has-the-biggest-crush • wears-a-yellow-hoodie-everyday

Hornets Basketball 2022-12-11

Hornets Basketball crossword puzzle
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  1. landing in place with both feet at the same time
  2. get the ball after a missed shot
  3. to tear something
  4. A frisbee game; final
  5. To help; A pass that sets up a score
  6. the crashing sound after lightning
  7. Movement
  8. Building tools for toddlers
  9. A basketball player
  10. A Place you can buy things for ten cents
  11. First food in a while; counterattack in transition
  12. area
  13. Avenger archer
  14. Partition or panel used to block or obstruct
  15. A wound inflicted by an insect
  16. division in the road marked with painted lines
  17. boundaries the run the length of the court
  18. A large, dense group of flying insects
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  1. Hold over your head in the rain
  2. A plug-in socket
  3. A large stinging wasp
  4. center point on which something turns
  5. to color your walls
  6. Pails for carrying water
  7. piece of lumber
  8. The coldest of the X-Men
  9. stone
  10. where you play in the front or back of your house
  11. Tool for pounding nails
  12. operate a car
  13. go on a trip
  14. boundary at both ends of the court
  15. Parts used to pick up a pan
  16. Black Panther's kingdom
  17. The bend in your arm

35 Clues: area • stone • Movement • go on a trip • operate a car • Avenger archer • piece of lumber • A plug-in socket • to tear something • to color your walls • A basketball player • The bend in your arm • A large stinging wasp • A frisbee game; final • Tool for pounding nails • Black Panther's kingdom • Pails for carrying water • The coldest of the X-Men • Building tools for toddlers • ...

Husker Basketball 2025-01-23

Husker Basketball crossword puzzle
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  1. Omaha Burke graduate and post player at UNL, 7'2 260,In 1990-91 led the Big 8 in 8 categories
  2. Scored over 400 points in 1990 as part of the Big 8, San Jose transfer
  3. Head Coach from 1986 to 2000 leading NU to 5 NCAA appearances
  4. From Bellevue West, led Nebraska to the post season 3x
  5. Finished his career as the 3rd all time leader in assists and has his jersey retired
  6. Transferred from Miami, led NU to 22 wins, 3rd team all Big 10
  7. Recorded the 2nd triple double in Husker history, drafted by the Raptors
  8. Was a Husker in the 60's and played for the Globetrotters
  9. Finished his career as Nebraskas all time leader in blocked shots during the 90's
  10. Omaha South product who played alongside Jaron Boone , scored over 950 points
  11. In 2014 he led Nebraska in scoring, assists and steals and was 2nd in rebounding and steals
  12. Late 70's early 80's Husker, is top 60 in scoring as a freshman alongside Andre Smith
  13. 1970's Guard from Hammond Indiana scoring 1150 points in his career
  14. Scored 1609 points as a star for the Huskers, 1 of 9 players to lead a walk out against Coach Nee
  15. Led the Huskers in rebounding as they won the Big 8 title,
  16. Son of NFL Hall of Famer , 1 of 5 players to end with 1500 points and 600 rebounds
  17. Won 89 games at Nebraska and made 2 NIT appearances, taking over after Danny Nee
  18. Big 8 Player of th eYear his Senior year averaging 18 points a game
  19. Nebraska's first 1000 point scorer
  20. Nebraska Head Coach for 17 years, won 254 games
  21. "The Mayor" led Nebraska to an NCAA bid in 2024
  22. Played in 1987-88 leading the team in blocked shots, finished 3rd in the NIT
  23. New York Yankee who also played basketball for the Huskers
  24. Led Huskers to its 1st 20 win season in 1966-67 as well as 1st NIT bid
  25. Point Guard nicknamed "The General", 2 x Duth League MVP
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  1. Transfer from Duke, played high school at Grant Nebraska, scored 500 points and gathered 300 rebounds
  2. From Japan, 3 point bomber, crossing half court he was in range for his jumper
  3. 1st Chinese born player to play for the Huskers
  4. Led NU to its 2nd straight NCAA appearance, scored over 1,000 points
  5. Only Husker to score 1000 points and dish out 600 assists
  6. Won 101 games at Nebraska and replaced Barry Collier
  7. Led NU to back to back Big 7 Championships, drafted by the Chicago Stags
  8. Replaced Joe Cipriano, was an Assistant to Don Haskins during the "Glory Road" story
  9. Pride of Schuyler, Nebraska, stood 6'10, 305 rebounds his senior year and then played at Italy
  10. Transfer from Tennessee, single season field goal % leader, had 3 double doubles as a senior
  11. 6'8 Forward from Hammond Indiana, scored 1300 points in the 1970's, drafted by the Sixers
  12. Bryce and Trey played together for NU
  13. Jersey retired, led Huskers to Big 8 Title as the MVP
  14. Sophomore and junior year averaged 2 blocked shots per game, drafted by the Mavericks
  15. Heart and soul of the 2012-13 team and was team MVP his Senior year
  16. Nebraska's first 4 star recruit, finished with over 1500 points
  17. At the time of his graduation, was the all time leading scorer in Husker history, 3 x all big 8
  18. Ended up with over 1100 points, 1990-91 averaged double figures in scoring
  19. His junior year he would have led the Big 12 in shots blocked but foot injuries didnt allow him to be eligible
  20. Won the 1982 Pomeroy Award for the best player under 6', finished 2nd nationally in free throw percentage,
  21. Big 12 Player of the Year, became 1st Husker to average a double double for a season
  22. Coach Hoiberg's Grandfather, coached Nebraska from 1954 - 1963
  23. In 2001 scored 29 points against Kansas and 8 steals against Texas Tech, 353 steals career
  24. Made 77 3 pointers at Nebraska, born in South Sudan
  25. Drafted by the Boston Celtics in the 3rd round, scored 1882 points for the Huskers
  26. Played for the Florida Gators and Nebraska from 2013-15
  27. Lincoln City Councilman, scored over 400 points as a Forward
  28. Replaced Doc Sadler, finished his career with the 3rd most wins in Husker history
  29. Australian Serbian averaging 16 points per game for the Huskers
  30. From New Zealand,2nd Team All Big 10, Averaged 17 points as a Senior

55 Clues: Nebraska's first 1000 point scorer • Bryce and Trey played together for NU • 1st Chinese born player to play for the Huskers • Nebraska Head Coach for 17 years, won 254 games • "The Mayor" led Nebraska to an NCAA bid in 2024 • Made 77 3 pointers at Nebraska, born in South Sudan • Won 101 games at Nebraska and replaced Barry Collier • ...

BASKETBALL PLAYERS 2019-01-15

BASKETBALL PLAYERS crossword puzzle
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  1. The player with most triple doubles of all time. He averaged a triple double in a full season.
  2. The Lithuanian center of Toronto Raptors.
  3. The legend of Miami Heat. He made a good partner with LeBron in 2006
  4. The tallest player in the NBA together with Porzingis
  5. The best three pointer in the current NBA
  6. The best European player of all time and two times MVP of the season with Dallas
  7. A legend of the Lakers. The "Mamba" retired in 2016
  8. The best center in this century. He played in Lakers
  9. The best dunker ever
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  1. One of the best Argentinian in history. He played in San Antonio Spurs and he retired 1 year ago
  2. The best Spanish player in history. He won a ring with Lakers
  3. One of the Spanish players who plays in Denver Nuggets
  4. The beard.
  5. The best greek in the NBA
  6. He is a rookie of Dallas Mavericks in the current season
  7. The real G.O.A.T.
  8. The current coach of gsw and one of the best three pointers in the Chicago Bulls of jordan.
  9. The best player in the current NBA
  10. The current most three pointer of all time. He played in Bostojn Celtics.
  11. The point guard of Dallas Mavericks, he is good at dunking

20 Clues: The beard. • The real G.O.A.T. • The best dunker ever • The best greek in the NBA • The best player in the current NBA • The Lithuanian center of Toronto Raptors. • The best three pointer in the current NBA • A legend of the Lakers. The "Mamba" retired in 2016 • The best center in this century. He played in Lakers • The tallest player in the NBA together with Porzingis • ...

Basketball Vocabulary 2022-02-01

Basketball Vocabulary crossword puzzle
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  1. a special type of screen where a player stands so the defensive player slides to make contact, freeing an offensive teammate for a shot or drive.
  2. Occurs when two opponents have one or both hands firmly on the ball, and neither can gain possession without undue roughness.
  3. ball movement by a player in control who throws or taps the ball in the air or onto the floor and then touches it. The dribble ends when the dribbler touches the ball with both hand simultaneously, permits it to come to a rest while in contact with it, or loses control.
  4. a term usually applied when the ball bounces off the backboard or basket.
  5. foul A noncontact foul by a player, team or coach for unsportsmanlike behavior or failure to abide by rules regarding submission of lineups, uniform numbering, and substitution procedures.
  6. a maneuver in which the offensive player makes a pass to a teammate, and then immediately cuts in toward the basket for a return pass.
  7. tall players who are responsible for the rebounding and shooting phases of the teams operation.
  8. A term used to designate a direct pass from a rebounder to a teammate with the main objective being the start of a fastbreak.
  9. an offensive maneuver where a player is positioned between the defender and a teammate in order to free the teammate for an uncontested shot.
  10. personal contact against the body of a defensive opponent by a player with the ball.
  11. The end line.
  12. When two opponents commit personal fouls against each other at the same time. The result is a throw-in for the team entitled, as a result of the alternating jump ball process.
  13. takes place when a player who is holding the ball steps once or more than once in any direction with the same foot.
  14. moving the ball quickly down court in order to score before the defense can set up.
  15. a quick offensive move by a player trying to get free for a pass.
  16. goal-A basket scored from the field.
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  1. an infraction of the rules resulting in a throw-in from out-of-bounds for the opponents.
  2. players who set up a team’s offensive pattern; usually the smaller players on the team or the best ball handlers.
  3. An offensive maneuver whereby a player cuts toward the baseline to the basket, behind the defenders, and receives a pass for a field goal attempt.
  4. A player cutting to the three-second lane area, pausing and anticipating a pass.
  5. when a player in possession of the ball within bounds progresses illegally in any direction.
  6. an aggressive move toward the basket by a player with the ball.
  7. The privilege given a player to score one or two points by unhindered shots for a goal from within the free throw circle and behind the free throw line.
  8. A method of putting the ball into play to start the game or any overtime periods by tossing it up between two opponents in the center circle.
  9. most often the tallest player on the team. This player is situated near the basket, around the three-second lane area, and is responsible for rebounding and close-range shooting,
  10. A player foul which involves contact with an opponent while the ball is alive or after the ball is in possession of a player for a throw-in.
  11. A term used to designate a player’s position under the backboard which prevents an opposing player from achieving good rebounding position.
  12. a method of putting the ball in play from out-of-bounds.

28 Clues: The end line. • goal-A basket scored from the field. • a method of putting the ball in play from out-of-bounds. • an aggressive move toward the basket by a player with the ball. • a quick offensive move by a player trying to get free for a pass. • a term usually applied when the ball bounces off the backboard or basket. • ...

latin-basketball 2023-03-06

latin-basketball crossword puzzle
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  1. im gonna be the best in my...
  2. my iq on the court is amazing, basketball...
  3. dont come ... to me on the court
  4. i feel like the court is my...
  5. my footwork is a... from God
  6. i can shoot from ...
  7. i have to ... on the court
  8. basketball is a place of ...
  9. i play basketball in the ...
  10. i get so hot, it feels like a ...
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  1. when im on the court im a...
  2. if you shoot a 3 i say ... its not going in
  3. on the court i like to... passed you
  4. the bench is where you need to...
  5. i play basketball hieme
  6. my floater is so high it goes to...
  7. on the court, im the one to...
  8. you got yo ankles snatched yo flew to a...
  9. down by 1, 8 sec's left i need to...
  10. i double team to... my team mate
  11. i got you praying to your ancestors on how to stop me at a...
  12. i take your ankles you on your knees praying at an...

22 Clues: i can shoot from ... • i play basketball hieme • i have to ... on the court • when im on the court im a... • my footwork is a... from God • basketball is a place of ... • i play basketball in the ... • im gonna be the best in my... • on the court, im the one to... • i feel like the court is my... • dont come ... to me on the court • i double team to... my team mate • ...

Basketball Crossword 2023-03-16

Basketball Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. the defense gets the ball after a missed shot
  2. a type of offensive foul
  3. type of defense responsible for an area
  4. should point at the rim when shooting a jump shot
  5. worth only 1 point
  6. used to get the ball out the basket in 1891
  7. where the game was invented
  8. type of ball used to play with in 1891
  9. slamming the ball into the rim
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  1. offense touches the ball while its entering the rim
  2. touching the ball while its entering the rim
  3. the offense cannot stand in the ____ for more than 3 seconds
  4. stopping your opponent from scoring
  5. should not go higher than your waist
  6. worth 2 or 3 points
  7. can score any way, dribble well, plays good defense
  8. the best rebounder on the team
  9. the best ball handler
  10. type of defense responsible for one person
  11. highest percentage shot

20 Clues: worth only 1 point • worth 2 or 3 points • the best ball handler • highest percentage shot • a type of offensive foul • where the game was invented • the best rebounder on the team • slamming the ball into the rim • stopping your opponent from scoring • should not go higher than your waist • type of ball used to play with in 1891 • type of defense responsible for an area • ...

BASKETBALL PUZZLE 2017-02-27

BASKETBALL PUZZLE crossword puzzle
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  1. often the tallest person on the floor
  2. cue word used for shooting
  3. worth 1 point
  4. used to begin a game
  5. step, push, down, and out
  6. continuously pushing the ball to the floor with one hand
  7. this word is the B in shooting
  8. pushing, tripping
  9. elbow and knees do this during a shot
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  1. defense used to play a certain area
  2. usually responsible for ball-handling
  3. inventor of basketball
  4. responsible for shooting & rebounding
  5. three seconds, double dribble
  6. unsportsmanlike conduct
  7. what the first hoops were made of
  8. also called the end-line
  9. skill used when trying to score points
  10. two-handed pass - step, snap wrist
  11. a pass that hits the floor

20 Clues: worth 1 point • pushing, tripping • used to begin a game • inventor of basketball • unsportsmanlike conduct • also called the end-line • step, push, down, and out • cue word used for shooting • a pass that hits the floor • three seconds, double dribble • this word is the B in shooting • what the first hoops were made of • two-handed pass - step, snap wrist • ...

basketball teams 2017-04-25

basketball teams crossword puzzle
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  1. Utah
  2. Atlanta
  3. Los Angeles : Jordan Clarkson
  4. Oakland
  5. Houston
  6. Orlando
  7. Detroit
  8. Minnesota
  9. Boston
  10. Los Angeles : Chris Paul
  11. Sacramento
  12. Oklahoma City
  13. Chicago
  14. Brooklyn
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  1. Cleveland
  2. Denver
  3. Phoenix
  4. Washington
  5. Indiana
  6. Memphis
  7. Milwaukee
  8. Portland
  9. Toronto
  10. Dallas
  11. New Orleans
  12. Charlotte
  13. Miami
  14. New York
  15. San Antonio

29 Clues: Utah • Miami • Denver • Dallas • Boston • Phoenix • Atlanta • Indiana • Memphis • Oakland • Houston • Toronto • Orlando • Detroit • Chicago • Portland • New York • Brooklyn • Cleveland • Milwaukee • Charlotte • Minnesota • Washington • Sacramento • New Orleans • San Antonio • Oklahoma City • Los Angeles : Chris Paul • Los Angeles : Jordan Clarkson

Basketball Crossword 2020-02-11

Basketball Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. an nba team located in miami
  2. a dominant center in the NBA with initials D.M.
  3. the last series in the playoffs is called this
  4. national basketball association
  5. the first series of the playoffs
  6. a dynasty in the state of Texas (silver and black)
  7. comes after the regular season
  8. a game that includes a ball played 5on5
  9. the prize for winning the championship
  10. the best player on a team
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  1. the goal of every team is to win a ____
  2. nickname is The King
  3. one of two divisions in the NBA
  4. a player who has a brand of ball named after him
  5. a player with the most championship rings
  6. an nba team in arizona
  7. a move used by a guard to go past the defender
  8. common move used by a post player to shoot
  9. a violation in which the ball goes back over the mid line
  10. easy shot in basketball

20 Clues: nickname is The King • an nba team in arizona • easy shot in basketball • the best player on a team • an nba team located in miami • comes after the regular season • one of two divisions in the NBA • national basketball association • the first series of the playoffs • the prize for winning the championship • the goal of every team is to win a ____ • ...

Basketball stars 2021-10-20

Basketball stars crossword puzzle
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  1. greek freak
  2. 7 slim reaper
  3. cb4
  4. vinsanity
  5. the claw
  6. the fresh prince
  7. cp3
  8. the entertainer
  9. 6 akron hammer
  10. o'neal big shamrock
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  1. number seven
  2. fear the beard
  3. number three
  4. nashty
  5. beastbrook
  6. d12
  7. klove
  8. air jordan
  9. black mamba
  10. j kidd
  11. big hero 6

21 Clues: cb4 • d12 • cp3 • klove • nashty • j kidd • the claw • vinsanity • beastbrook • air jordan • big hero 6 • greek freak • black mamba • number seven • number three • 7 slim reaper • fear the beard • 6 akron hammer • the entertainer • the fresh prince • o'neal big shamrock

Basketball Crossword 2016-11-08

Basketball Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. chris paul's nickname
  2. wore number 8 and number 24 on the lakers
  3. nick named the brow
  4. nba finals mvp last playoffs
  5. just signed with the golden state warriors
  6. your favorite nba team
  7. fear the beard, plays for the rockets
  8. my favorite nba team
  9. cavs point guard _______ irving
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  1. most nba titles in the eastern conference
  2. how many points a lay up is worth
  3. initials for national basketball association
  4. best dunker in los angeles
  5. how many points a shot from behind the arc is
  6. how many points a free throw is worth
  7. what you bounce
  8. most three pointers in nba history
  9. the greatest basketball player of all time Michael______
  10. most nba titles in the western conference
  11. chef _____ with the shot boi

20 Clues: what you bounce • nick named the brow • my favorite nba team • chris paul's nickname • your favorite nba team • best dunker in los angeles • nba finals mvp last playoffs • chef _____ with the shot boi • cavs point guard _______ irving • how many points a lay up is worth • most three pointers in nba history • how many points a free throw is worth • ...

NBA basketball 2024-03-08

NBA basketball crossword puzzle
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  1. soda brand
  2. shooting the ball at the black line
  3. grip and ankle support
  4. tallest player
  5. you hit someone when they go up for a shot
  6. when you slap or stop the ball from going into the net with your hands
  7. large board on the wall with numbers on it
  8. Golden State Warriors
  9. use the backboard while using one hand to shoot the ball
  10. lakers
  11. short/quickest player
  12. the rebounder
  13. Anthony Edwards
  14. runs offense
  15. watch brand
  16. shortest player in NBA history
  17. teams scorer
  18. Klay Thompson
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  1. device that helps you to see the time and how many points the teams has
  2. Jordan Poole
  3. popular clothing/shoe brand
  4. nike
  5. orange ball
  6. yellow and purple team colors
  7. ja morant
  8. technology company
  9. online basketball game
  10. when u grab the basketball before it hits the floor
  11. Mamba
  12. large rectangle surface with baskets on the ends

30 Clues: nike • Mamba • lakers • ja morant • soda brand • orange ball • watch brand • Jordan Poole • runs offense • teams scorer • the rebounder • Klay Thompson • tallest player • Anthony Edwards • technology company • Golden State Warriors • short/quickest player • grip and ankle support • online basketball game • popular clothing/shoe brand • yellow and purple team colors • shortest player in NBA history • ...

Basketball teams 2023-10-27

Basketball teams crossword puzzle
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  1. based out New York.
  2. based out of Boston.
  3. based out of San Fransisco
  4. based out of Brooklyn.
  5. Based out of Chicago.
  6. based out of Charlotte.
  7. based out of San Antonio.
  8. based out of Milwaukee.
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  1. based out of Atlanta.
  2. based out of Memphis.
  3. based out of Houston.
  4. based out of Los Angeles
  5. based out of Miami.
  6. based out of Phoenix.
  7. based out of Denver.
  8. based out of Cleavland.
  9. based out of Minnesota.
  10. based out of Detroit.
  11. based out of Oklahoma City.
  12. based out of Sacramento.

20 Clues: based out New York. • based out of Miami. • based out of Boston. • based out of Denver. • based out of Atlanta. • based out of Memphis. • based out of Houston. • based out of Phoenix. • Based out of Chicago. • based out of Detroit. • based out of Brooklyn. • based out of Cleavland. • based out of Minnesota. • based out of Charlotte. • based out of Milwaukee. • based out of Los Angeles • ...

Basketball Crossword 2025-03-27

Basketball Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. Break – A quick offensive move after gaining possession.
  2. Shot – A shot taken while jumping.
  3. – Gaining possession after a missed shot.
  4. Guard – Strong scorer, especially from long range.
  5. – A close-range shot, typically off the backboard.
  6. – Bouncing the ball while moving.
  7. – Deflecting an opponent’s shot attempt.
  8. Defense – Each defender guards one player.
  9. – The boundary line behind each basket.
  10. (ISO) – When a player goes one-on-one with a defender.
  11. – Legally taking the ball from an opponent.
  12. Clock – The timer that limits how long a team has to attempt a shot.
  13. Guard – Team leader; controls the ball and playmaking.
  14. Defense – Assisting a teammate in guarding an opponent.
  15. – Extra time played if the game is tied at the end of regulation.
  16. – Rushing to defend a shooter.
  17. – A quick movement toward the basket to receive a pass.
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  1. – A legal block to free a teammate.
  2. – Tallest player, key rebounder and shot blocker.
  3. – Throwing the ball to a teammate.
  4. – Moving with the ball without dribbling.
  5. Press – Defensive strategy applying pressure across the full court.
  6. Threat – A stance where the player can dribble, pass, or shoot.
  7. – A pass that leads directly to a score.
  8. – Illegal physical contact with another player.
  9. Forward – Versatile scorer and defender.
  10. Forward – Strong, plays near the basket.
  11. – A pass near the basket that is caught mid-air and dunked or laid in.
  12. – Losing possession to the opposing team.
  13. – Recording double digits in three statistical categories (e.g., points, rebounds, assists).
  14. Defense – Defenders cover specific areas of the court.
  15. Throw – An unopposed shot from the free-throw line.
  16. – Attempt to score by throwing the ball at the hoop.
  17. and Roll – A play where a player sets a screen and then rolls to the basket.

34 Clues: – Rushing to defend a shooter. • – Bouncing the ball while moving. • Shot – A shot taken while jumping. • – Throwing the ball to a teammate. • – A legal block to free a teammate. • – The boundary line behind each basket. • – A pass that leads directly to a score. • – Deflecting an opponent’s shot attempt. • Forward – Versatile scorer and defender. • ...

Basketball quotes 2025-06-04

Basketball quotes crossword puzzle
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  1. — “I worked all offseason on my handle—tight ___ makes everything easier.” — Ja Morant (Bounce control required to move)
  2. out — “Rebounding starts with the ___—you’ve got to hit your guy first.” — Al Horford (Rebound positioning tactic)
  3. — “I can't have five ___s in a game. That’s on me.” — Tyrese Maxey (Losing possession to the other team)
  4. — “Get the rebound and push—we’re deadly on the ___.” — De’Aaron Fox (Quick scoring opportunity in transition)
  5. — “Sometimes you’ve just got to go ___ and get a bucket.” — Brandon Ingram (Short for isolation play)
  6. — “You miss 100% of the ___s you don’t take.” — Steph Curry (Any attempt to score)
  7. — “I saw the cutter on the ___ and hit him with the skip pass.” — Donovan Mitchell (The end boundary line)
  8. — “Every ___ matters in a playoff game.” — Jayson Tatum (The smallest scoring unit)
  9. — “Come on ref, that’s not a ___! I kept my pivot.” — James Harden (Violation: moving without dribbling)
  10. — “I’d rather win with my ___ than drop 50 in a loss.” — Jimmy Butler (Five players, one goal)
  11. — “Sometimes you don’t need a highlight—just a smooth ___ and back on D.” — Tyrese Haliburton (Close-range shot)
  12. — “I was locked in—all I saw was the ___.” — Damian Lillard (What the ball goes through)
  13. — “Great players make the right ___, not just the flashy play.” — LeBron James (Sets up a teammate)
  14. — “When I see a lane open up, I’m going for the ___ every time.” — Zion Williamson (High-impact two-point finish)
  15. — “When I throw it up, I know he’s finishing that ___.” — Trae Young (Lob pass for a dunk or lay-in)
  16. — “I don’t care about ___, I care about wins.” — Joel Embiid (Efficiency stat abbreviation)
  17. — “You’ve got to trust your ___ and play within the system.” — Devin Booker (Play-caller on the sidelines)
  18. — “If I’m not getting at least ten ___s, I’m not doing my job.” — Anthony Davis (Grabbing a missed shot)
  19. — “He hit me with that clean ___, I had no chance.” — Mikal Bridges (Two-step move around defenders)
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  1. — “I hit him with that ___ and the whole gym stood up.” — Kyrie Irving (Dribble move to fake a defender)
  2. — “I love that mid-range spot, right at the ___.” — Chris Paul (Free-throw line corner)
  3. — “The ___ is my sanctuary.” — Giannis Antetokounmpo (The playing surface)
  4. — “They switched to a ___, so we had to adjust our spacing and ball movement.” — Bradley Beal (Defense covering areas)
  5. — “That was a clean block, man. No way that’s a ___.” — Jaren Jackson Jr. (Illegally breaking the rules)
  6. — “They were going on a run, we needed that ___ to regroup.” — Fred VanVleet (Coach-requested break in play)
  7. — “Took the contact, still finished—give me that ___!” — Anthony Edwards (Basket plus free throw)
  8. man — “I take pride in being the best ___ in the league.” — Malik Monk (Top bench contributor)
  9. — “Reading passing lanes is everything—get one good ___ and it flips the game.” — Jrue Holiday (Legally taking the ball)
  10. — “Glass is your friend—use the ___ on tough angles.” — Kawhi Leonard (Surface behind the rim)
  11. — “I’m trying to impact the game all around—another ___ feels great.” — Russell Westbrook (Double digits in three stat categories)
  12. — “I love dropping a dime more than scoring—an ___ gets the whole squad hyped.” — Luka Dončić (Pass that leads to a score)
  13. — “Set a solid ___, and you free up your guy for an open look.” — Domantas Sabonis (Another word for screen)

32 Clues: — “The ___ is my sanctuary.” — Giannis Antetokounmpo (The playing surface) • — “You miss 100% of the ___s you don’t take.” — Steph Curry (Any attempt to score) • — “Every ___ matters in a playoff game.” — Jayson Tatum (The smallest scoring unit) • — “I love that mid-range spot, right at the ___.” — Chris Paul (Free-throw line corner) • ...

Basketball Stars 2025-07-10

Basketball Stars crossword puzzle
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  1. Chicago Bulls icon, Airness
  2. Golden State guard known for threes
  3. Late legend, known as the Black Mamba
  4. Family name of NBA brothers
  5. Donovan’s nickname is “Spida”
  6. Won MVP as youngest player
  7. Known as the Greek Freak
  8. Tall MVP from the 76ers
  9. Celtics All-Star with green pride
  10. Superstar who plays for the Lakers
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  1. Slim Reaper, strong scorer
  2. Phoenix Suns shooter
  3. Heat leader known for big plays
  4. Nickname of young tall French star
  5. Known for his beard and step-backs
  6. Mavericks star from Slovenia
  7. Clutch shooter from long range
  8. Grizzlies guard who jumps high
  9. Westbrook, triple-double machine
  10. Big center and funny commentator

20 Clues: Phoenix Suns shooter • Tall MVP from the 76ers • Known as the Greek Freak • Slim Reaper, strong scorer • Won MVP as youngest player • Chicago Bulls icon, Airness • Family name of NBA brothers • Mavericks star from Slovenia • Donovan’s nickname is “Spida” • Clutch shooter from long range • Grizzlies guard who jumps high • Heat leader known for big plays • ...

Basketball - AST 2022-01-23

Basketball - AST crossword puzzle
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  1. Additional period played to avoid declaring draw
  2. Large board that shows score, foul during a game
  3. A shot made while jumping.
  4. Foul committed by coach is called
  5. A strategy to switch players
  6. A move at the start of the match
  7. Move to stop the ball while attempting a shot
  8. Off. player cannot be in shooting lane for more than
  9. Off.player fails to Inbound in 5 sec,it will be
  10. 2Pt shot attempt made by leaping from below
  11. Shot type-Player thrusts ball down through the basket
  12. Interfering with ball while on its way to basket
  13. Brisk advance toward the basket with aim of shooting
  14. The one who officiates the match
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  1. If team fails to attempt within the time allotted
  2. A move to flick the ball off the player's hand
  3. Foul by Off. player with possession of ball
  4. Pass made by player that leads to a scoring
  5. When a player who breaks rule of the game
  6. Unique identifier for each player
  7. Recovery of ball after a shot is missed
  8. 2 players of diff. teams have hold on ball for few secs
  9. Taking the ball away from the off. player
  10. Using both hands to dribble illegally
  11. Player taking many steps without dribbling ball

25 Clues: A shot made while jumping. • A strategy to switch players • A move at the start of the match • The one who officiates the match • Unique identifier for each player • Foul committed by coach is called • Using both hands to dribble illegally • Recovery of ball after a shot is missed • When a player who breaks rule of the game • Taking the ball away from the off. player • ...

basketball crossword 2021-07-25

basketball crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. move involves the ball handler getting to defender and _____ his/her body 360 degrees
  2. what sport is it when Two teams of 5 players each try to score by letting a ball go inside a hoop ?
  3. ____ is the most important meal of the day
  4. side jump is a jump on both of your feet instead of one because It is more ______
  5. ____down is an easy exercise, done after a more intense activity
  6. a close-up shot in basketball in which the player stands near one side of the rim, but shoots the ball underhand towards the opposite side of the rim
  7. ____jump is also known as two-foot finishing
  8. A court is divided into ___ main sections by the mid-court line
  9. The ball is moved down the court toward the basket by _____ or dribbling
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  1. euro step is to get the defender moving one way, and then quickly stepping back the ____ way
  2. ____dribble is a basketball maneuver in which a player dribbling the ball switches the ball rapidly from one hand to the other
  3. Basketball is a ____sport
  4. _______step is a move where the player with the ball will pick up their dribble, take a step in one direction, and then quickly take a second step in a different direction
  5. A violation in which a player takes too many steps without dribbling
  6. violent contact or harmful manner with opponent is called ____ foul
  7. between the legs move, you are using your ____ as a natural shield against the defender
  8. basketball involves ___ players in each team
  9. we have to _____ up before exercising to prevent muscle sore
  10. passing is important to create ____
  11. Side ___ can help you to finish your layup better even with body contact

20 Clues: Basketball is a ____sport • passing is important to create ____ • ____ is the most important meal of the day • basketball involves ___ players in each team • ____jump is also known as two-foot finishing • we have to _____ up before exercising to prevent muscle sore • A court is divided into ___ main sections by the mid-court line • ...

basketball crossword 2017-05-03

basketball crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. passing to a score
  2. taking a shot from the foul line
  3. getting a ball after a shot is missed
  4. take a shot for the outer arch
  5. when someones shooting the ball gets slapped out of their hands
  6. passing to a team mate which passes to a team mate that gets it in
  7. standing infront of a player to block their path of following the ball carrier
  8. trying to get the ball by swiping at it but contacting with the opponent
  9. stopping a ball before its about to go into the ring
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  1. getting a steal/rebound and taking it all the way to te ring without the other teams defense being ready
  2. getting a shot in without the ball touching the ring
  3. taking a shot from the middle of the court
  4. throwing a pass leading straight to a dunk or layup
  5. getting a shot in as the buzzer at the end of a quarter goes off
  6. slamming ball into the ring while being gaurded
  7. blocking a player from getting into the paint to get rebounds
  8. dribbling the ball from your left hand to right or right to left
  9. throwing the ball to a team mate
  10. getting fouled while in the shooting motion and getting it in
  11. slamming ball into the ring

20 Clues: passing to a score • slamming ball into the ring • take a shot for the outer arch • taking a shot from the foul line • throwing the ball to a team mate • getting a ball after a shot is missed • taking a shot from the middle of the court • slamming ball into the ring while being gaurded • throwing a pass leading straight to a dunk or layup • ...

Basketball Crosswords 2017-05-03

Basketball Crosswords crossword puzzle
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  1. Running the ball over the back court
  2. Catching the ball when someone misses the shot
  3. Stepping backwards
  4. Throwing the ball into the hoop
  5. Shot off the back board
  6. Dunking the ball over someone
  7. getting/stealing the ball and driving to the ring
  8. Blocking the ball when its on its way to the rings
  9. Shoot after getting fouled
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  1. Deflecting the ball when someone shoots it or passes it
  2. Pass into the air to dunk
  3. Shooting from the 3 point
  4. Slamming the ball into the hoop
  5. Switching the ball from one hand to another
  6. Physical contact
  7. Passing the ball and team mate making it in
  8. Shooting when the buzzer goes off
  9. Stopping the defender from guarding
  10. Blocking the opponent from getting the ball
  11. Throwing the ball to a team mate

20 Clues: Physical contact • Stepping backwards • Shot off the back board • Pass into the air to dunk • Shooting from the 3 point • Shoot after getting fouled • Dunking the ball over someone • Slamming the ball into the hoop • Throwing the ball into the hoop • Throwing the ball to a team mate • Shooting when the buzzer goes off • Stopping the defender from guarding • ...

Basketball crossword 2015-06-12

Basketball crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. The action which a shoot doesn´t touch the rim.
  2. A man who is the best player in the NBA history.
  3. A player who supports the guard running the game.
  4. An award what recognizes the NBA player who contributed most to the regular season or to the finals.
  5. The player who is generally the tallest and the nearest to the basket.
  6. The player who is the major responsible for scoring
  7. To be holding or in control of the ball
  8. The successful deflection of a shot by touching part of the ball on it's way to the basket there by preventing a field goal.
  9. The time when an offensive player frees a teammate for a shoot by estabilishing a stationary position.
  10. The first player to score 100 in one NBA game.
  11. The player who runs the game
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  1. It's a play of attack in which a player throws the ball near to the basket to a teammate jump, who catch the ball in the air and record usually pounding. This play combines teamwork with the pass, timing and dunk.
  2. A player who is the main rebounder in the team.
  3. When a player scores double-digits in three categories during one game (points, assists, rebounds...) a sign of great versatility.
  4. A violation of the game rules.
  5. The time when a player grabs the ball coming of the rim or blackboard after a shot.
  6. A player who is his first season in the NBA.
  7. Is the time when a passer throws the ball to a temmate
  8. When a shot is thrown down ward of the basket.
  9. The best subsititute on a team, usually the first player to come off the bench to replace a starter (Most Valuable Player).

20 Clues: The player who runs the game • A violation of the game rules. • To be holding or in control of the ball • A player who is his first season in the NBA. • When a shot is thrown down ward of the basket. • The first player to score 100 in one NBA game. • The action which a shoot doesn´t touch the rim. • A player who is the main rebounder in the team. • ...

Basketball terminology 2016-06-08

Basketball terminology crossword puzzle
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  1. When a player stops by landing with two feet hitting the floor simultaneously. The player can then choose which foot to pivot on.
  2. When a player turns on one foot in order to change direction.
  3. When a rule is broken.
  4. Where a jump ball takes place at the beginning of the game
  5. The act of illegally interfering with an opponent during play. They can be either personal, or technical
  6. Interchanging of players from off court with those on court. This is done during breaks in play.
  7. The act of retrieving the ball from the opposition or making it harder for the opposition to score.
  8. The act of illegally interfering with an opponent during play
  9. A misdirection ploy using body language and the ball to fool the opponent.
  10. A violation occurring when a player walks or runs with the ball without dribbling.
  11. The most efficient, commonly used pass
  12. Bouncing the ball with one hand. Either hand can be used but not both at the same time.
  13. The out of bounds line behind the backboard at each end of the court.
  14. When your team has the ball
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  1. The goal. It has a hoop (metal ring) with a net hanging from it. The hoop is attached to a backboard 3.05m above the court surface.
  2. A type of basketball shot using the backboard as an aid to place the ball in the ring. It occurs when a player is near the ring
  3. Used to commence play at the start of the game. The basketball is tossed into the air between two players by the referee and they jump to tip the ball to a teammate for possession.
  4. A pass in which the ball is bounced once between the passer and the receiver.
  5. After being fouled by an opponent, a player gets one or more of these
  6. A stance that gives the offensive player the option to shoot, pass or dribble the ball.
  7. The rectangular board from which the basketball ring is suspended.
  8. When a shot hits the hoop or backboard and misses the basket players will compete to catch it.
  9. An official who makes sure that the rules of the game are followed.
  10. Any error or foul that gives the ball to another team.
  11. When a player turns or pivots into the path of another player who is attempting to rebound the ball.
  12. The playing area for basketball. It is 28 metres long and 15 metres wide.
  13. The team’s leader. They educate and develop players, determines player positions and apply strategy and plans for games.

27 Clues: When a rule is broken. • When your team has the ball • The most efficient, commonly used pass • Any error or foul that gives the ball to another team. • Where a jump ball takes place at the beginning of the game • When a player turns on one foot in order to change direction. • The act of illegally interfering with an opponent during play • ...

Basketball vocabulary 2023-02-21

Basketball vocabulary crossword puzzle
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  1. a pass
  2. dribble the ball with two hands
  3. hurt someone
  4. offense player run to defender
  5. when the ball bounces of the back door
  6. Ball slamming the rim going through
  7. Rush to score in half break
  8. (Field goal) when the ball goes through the rim
  9. Do most of the dribbling
  10. Basketball made from behind the back line
  11. Score under the basketball hoop
  12. To make the score
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  1. when a ball hit the rim
  2. the end of the basketball court
  3. when the ball misses the hoop
  4. when a player is near rim
  5. a defense form where the other player is doing the same
  6. Player hold the ball
  7. not let the offense team score
  8. Position yourself

20 Clues: a pass • hurt someone • Position yourself • To make the score • Player hold the ball • when a ball hit the rim • Do most of the dribbling • when a player is near rim • Rush to score in half break • when the ball misses the hoop • offense player run to defender • not let the offense team score • the end of the basketball court • dribble the ball with two hands • ...

Basketball Players 2023-02-26

Basketball Players crossword puzzle
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  1. 2, Wizards
  2. 30, Warriors
  3. 2, Spurs
  4. 35, Warriors
  5. 12, Trailblazers
  6. 13, Pacers
  7. 33, Lakers
  8. 13, Rockets
  9. 9, Celtics
  10. 21, Bulls
  11. 1, Bulls
  12. 7, Nuggets
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  1. 12, Jazz
  2. 33, Celtics
  3. 32, Clippers
  4. 23, Bulls
  5. 4, Pacers
  6. 3, Clippers
  7. 42, Celtics
  8. 0, Thunder
  9. 22, Warriors
  10. 42, Timberwolves
  11. 00, Magic
  12. 23, Pelicans
  13. 34, Bucks
  14. 44, Lakers
  15. 23, Cavaliers
  16. 32, Jazz

28 Clues: 12, Jazz • 2, Spurs • 1, Bulls • 32, Jazz • 23, Bulls • 4, Pacers • 00, Magic • 34, Bucks • 21, Bulls • 2, Wizards • 0, Thunder • 13, Pacers • 33, Lakers • 44, Lakers • 9, Celtics • 7, Nuggets • 33, Celtics • 3, Clippers • 42, Celtics • 13, Rockets • 30, Warriors • 32, Clippers • 35, Warriors • 22, Warriors • 23, Pelicans • 23, Cavaliers • 42, Timberwolves • 12, Trailblazers

Creighton Basketball 2023-01-30

Creighton Basketball crossword puzzle
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  1. Rasmussen, former AD
  2. Scheierman, #55
  3. Madness, tournament month
  4. Where they play
  5. Theres two on the team
  6. and white are their colors
  7. McDermott #3, NBA
  8. They shoot a lot of them
  9. OU head coach, former player
  10. Omaha native, Shareef's number
  11. wragge bomb
  12. #24 NBA Ready
  13. big ______ conference
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  1. In state rival
  2. Head coach
  3. Dad was an NBA player
  4. Mascot
  5. Kyle, NBA 3 point specialist
  6. #23, Alexander
  7. Out-Breast Cancer Awareness Color
  8. Location of campus
  9. 16, furthest they've made it in the tourney, 2021

22 Clues: Mascot • Head coach • wragge bomb • #24 NBA Ready • In state rival • #23, Alexander • Scheierman, #55 • Where they play • McDermott #3, NBA • Location of campus • Rasmussen, former AD • Dad was an NBA player • big ______ conference • Theres two on the team • They shoot a lot of them • Madness, tournament month • and white are their colors • Kyle, NBA 3 point specialist • OU head coach, former player • ...

Basketball 101 2024-09-21

Basketball 101 crossword puzzle
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  1. The team with the most of these wins the game
  2. The object players aim to get the ball into
  3. Moving without dribbling is called this
  4. The position that is often the tallest on the team
  5. A key skill involving moving the ball by bouncing it
  6. The number of points a free throw is worth
  7. The height of the basketball hoop in feet
  8. The person who created basketball
  9. The highest basketball league in the United States
  10. The sport’s global event where countries compete for medals
  11. The curved line beyond which a shot is worth more than 2 points
  12. A defensive action where a player takes the ball from the opponent
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  1. The position responsible for passing the ball and leading plays
  2. This type of skill is needed to make a shot into the basket
  3. The number of teams in a basketball game
  4. A player who shoots, passes, and defends; often versatile
  5. An important life skill that involves working together with others
  6. Basketball teaches this important mental ability, involving persistence
  7. The number of players on each team during a basketball game
  8. The defensive move to prevent an opponent from scoring
  9. The position that is often a team’s best scorer
  10. A shot taken after a player is fouled
  11. The sport invented by Dr. James Naismith
  12. The area divided into two halves on which the game is played
  13. One of the many physical benefits of playing basketball
  14. The position known for scoring near the basket and getting rebounds

26 Clues: The person who created basketball • A shot taken after a player is fouled • Moving without dribbling is called this • The number of teams in a basketball game • The sport invented by Dr. James Naismith • The height of the basketball hoop in feet • The number of points a free throw is worth • The object players aim to get the ball into • ...

Basketball players 2025-02-21

Basketball players crossword puzzle
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  1. Lebron's best teammate
  2. Superstar recently traded to Mavericks
  3. best player off all time 4x champion
  4. Steph curry best teammate ever
  5. Superstar recently traded to Lakers
  6. Biggest What If?
  7. Best big ever
  8. Potential to be Best big ever
  9. 2nd best shooter ever
  10. One of the most talented players ever when healthy
  11. Best sidekick in NBA History
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  1. One of the future faces of NBA
  2. Set the tone for the hip-hop scene in the NBA and was one of the most talented guards at the time
  3. One of the most prolific scorers of all time
  4. 5x champion Died on January 26th
  5. 6x champion played on the bulls
  6. Best PG Ever
  7. Most elite scorer in NBA Right now
  8. The Logo
  9. Most Rings in NBA History

20 Clues: The Logo • Best PG Ever • Best big ever • Biggest What If? • 2nd best shooter ever • Lebron's best teammate • Most Rings in NBA History • Best sidekick in NBA History • Potential to be Best big ever • One of the future faces of NBA • Steph curry best teammate ever • 6x champion played on the bulls • 5x champion Died on January 26th • Most elite scorer in NBA Right now • ...

Basketball Crossword 2025-04-24

Basketball Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A ball that is not "alive" or in play.
  2. The center position; also the foot that remains stationary until a dribbler passes the ball.
  3. Intercepting a shot that is either in the basket, or directly above it.
  4. A foul called as a result of misconduct in which the opponent is awarded a freethrow.
  5. Two defense players team up on the ball handler.
  6. Small sharp step with the non-pivot foot toward the defense player.
  7. A device that keeps track of the limited time the team in possession of the ball has to take a shot at the basket.
  8. Gaining possession of the ball after it bounces off the backboard or rim on a missed shot.
  9. The ball tossed into the air by the referee between two opposing players in order to start the game.
  10. Bouncing the ball off the floor with one hand.
  11. The team not in possession of the ball.
  12. A player comes in to replace a teammate on the court.
  13. The offensive area running from mid-court to the end-line.
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  1. The part of the court that extends beyond the foul circle.
  2. In an attempt to block an opponent and set up rebound opportunities, a defense player gets between a teammate and the basket.
  3. Extra time given a tied regulation game.
  4. The offensive team gives the ball up to defense.
  5. An offensive player fouls by illegally contacting a stationary defense player.
  6. Bouncing the ball off the floor with one hand.
  7. Area of the court farthest from the offensive team's goal.
  8. Also called the "paint"; area extending from the end line to the free-throw line and 12 feet across.

21 Clues: A ball that is not "alive" or in play. • The team not in possession of the ball. • Extra time given a tied regulation game. • Bouncing the ball off the floor with one hand. • Bouncing the ball off the floor with one hand. • Two defense players team up on the ball handler. • The offensive team gives the ball up to defense. • ...

ABA Basketball 2025-01-29

ABA Basketball crossword puzzle
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  1. Averaged 33 points vs Pacers in the ABA Finals, was known to hit his head on the rim, won an ABA title with the Oaks
  2. Won a title with the Colonels, averaged 12 points per game, playing 366 games
  3. 5 All Star appearances with the Kentucky Colonels. The A Train won three ABA Rookie of the Year
  4. The Iceman, played for the Spurs, never won an ABA Playoff game
  5. Team out of Minnesota
  6. Disappeared while in Uganda,Played for the Condors, 2 x ABA All Star and tough guy
  7. Team based out of Baltimore
  8. Played for the Stars, winning the 1971 ABA Championship scoring 19 points a game for his career
  9. Team based out of Virginia
  10. Team out of Kentucky
  11. Team from New York and New Jersey
  12. In 1976 "the Human Eraser" played for the Nuggets in the ABA Finals
  13. above the rim style of basketball shot
  14. Color of the basketball
  15. Team based out of Carolina
  16. Team from New Orleans
  17. Played in all 9 of the ABA seasons,"GO GO" never played in the NBA
  18. Team from Memphis
  19. Billy played with the Pacers and was a 1st team ABA All Star
  20. Team based out of San Antonio Texas
  21. created by the ABA to increase scoring opportunities
  22. The Dr. played for the Squires winning 3 Championships
  23. Was drafted out of high school where he played 2 years for the Stars before going on to become an NBA Hall Of Famer.
  24. Team based out of Minnesota, later to become the Timberwolves
  25. Led the ABA his Rookie year in points per game with 30 and rebounds per game with 19. Youngest recipient of the ABA MV
  26. Team. out of San Diego
  27. Team based out of New Jersey
  28. Known as "The Whopper" led the ABA in blocked shots in
  29. Team out of Miami
  30. Team based out of Utah
  31. Played for the San Antonio Spurs where he spent 3 seasons as their point guard
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  1. Team based out of Texas and in particular the city of Dallas
  2. Team out of Indiana
  3. Played for Dallas, helped lead the Stars to the 1971 Championship, from Omaha Nebraska
  4. Team from Anaheim, California
  5. enabled long range shooting for more points per shot
  6. Of St. Louis
  7. Played college for the Indiana Hoosiers, then for the ABA Pacers where he was MVP in 1975
  8. "Captain Late, played most of his career with the Chaparrals and Spurs
  9. Marvin Barnes nickname
  10. Team based out of Los Angeles
  11. Team created in Memphis
  12. Was one of the ABA's biggest enforcers and was an All Star in 1971, losing his life while in the ABA in a plane crash
  13. Played for the Muskies and was a 2 x MVP and 7 x All Star
  14. Banned from playin gin the NCAA because in High School he had associated with a gambler, 1970 ABA Finals MVP
  15. Marvin was an All American out of Providence, was the Rookie of the Year and scored 27 2 point field goals in a game
  16. joining the NBA
  17. Team based out of Pittsburgh
  18. Team based out of Washington
  19. Played at Purdue then to the Pacers where they won the 1972 Championship
  20. At odds with teh Warriors management, he moved to the Oaks and was the first marquee NBA player to jump to the ABA
  21. Team based in San Diego - Had Caldwell Jones
  22. Played all 9 seasons of the ABA with the same team and finished first in games played in the ABA
  23. Played for the Pacers and was known for his stylish dunks
  24. "Skywalker" was the #1 pick of the Virginia Squires and the 1976 ABA All Star Game MVP
  25. Played college ball at Kentucky and then for the ABA Nuggets. Shared the ABA Rookie of the Year in 1971
  26. 5 x ABA All Star, played for the Stars and averaged 27 points per game with the Floridians
  27. Team out of Oakland

58 Clues: Of St. Louis • joining the NBA • Team from Memphis • Team out of Miami • Team out of Indiana • Team out of Oakland • Team out of Kentucky • Team out of Minnesota • Team from New Orleans • Marvin Barnes nickname • Team. out of San Diego • Team based out of Utah • Team created in Memphis • Color of the basketball • Team based out of Virginia • Team based out of Carolina • ...

basketball puzzle 2025-01-05

basketball puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. Robertson First to average a triple-double.
  2. James Known as "King James."
  3. O Neal Dominant center for Lakers and Heat.
  4. Lakers star known as "Black Mamba."
  5. Celtics legend and Magic's rival.
  6. First name of player with 100 points in a game.
  7. "The Big Ticket" and Celtics champ.
  8. Led Spurs to five NBA titles.
  9. Johnson Lakers star famous for his passing.
  10. Known for his crossover moves.
  11. Nowitzki Mavericks legend and top international player.
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  1. Celtics legend with 11 championships.
  2. Known as "His Airness" and won six NBA titles.
  3. Abdul Jabbar NBA's all-time leading scorer with the skyhook.
  4. Revolutionized three-point shooting.
  5. NBA leader in assists and steals.
  6. Rebounding specialist and defender.
  7. Jordan’s key teammate on the Bulls.
  8. Scored 100 points in one game.
  9. Olajuwon Master of "The Dream Shake."

20 Clues: Led Spurs to five NBA titles. • Scored 100 points in one game. • Known for his crossover moves. • James Known as "King James." • NBA leader in assists and steals. • Rebounding specialist and defender. • "The Big Ticket" and Celtics champ. • Revolutionized three-point shooting. • Jordan’s key teammate on the Bulls. • Celtics legend with 11 championships. • ...

basketball crossword 2025-06-30

basketball crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. nickname is alien
  2. a very well known team that has an unc in it
  3. a big basketball brand that's not Spalding
  4. a cool thing that players do when they are open that gets them two points
  5. a brand that's not wilson
  6. a mens basketball game
  7. got a buzzer beater and did a chocking celebration
  8. Known as the goat
  9. my glorious team
  10. the point guard for okc
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  1. i broke your ankles when you were using steph curry this player couldnt dunk when i tried
  2. a beast that i use in 2k Asian
  3. Elliotts glorious king
  4. a round thing that you use to play the game
  5. known as a chef at three pointers
  6. You used him in 2k when we were only shooting threes
  7. one of lebrons son
  8. the team that won the championship
  9. a womens basketball league
  10. my position irl

20 Clues: my position irl • my glorious team • nickname is alien • Known as the goat • one of lebrons son • Elliotts glorious king • a mens basketball game • the point guard for okc • a brand that's not wilson • a womens basketball league • a beast that i use in 2k Asian • known as a chef at three pointers • the team that won the championship • a big basketball brand that's not Spalding • ...

Basketball Officials 2025-11-18

Basketball Officials crossword puzzle
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  1. The boverning body for Michigan High Schools Athletics
  2. A situation where two opponents commit personal fouls against each other at approximately the same time.
  3. A legal action by a player who attempts to delay or prevent an opponent from reaching a desired position.
  4. Position A defender must have both feet on the floor and face the opponent to establish this position for purposes of drawing a charging foul.
  5. The official positioned along the end line, under the basket in their primary coverage area.
  6. A foul assessed to a player or coach for unsportsmanlike conduct or violating certain rules without involving physical contact.
  7. The method of putting the ball back into play from out of bounds.
  8. Violation when a player touches the ball on its downward flight toward the basket or while it is within the cylinder above the basket.
  9. An offensive player with the ball must pass, shoot, or dribble within five seconds if closely guarded by a defensive player within six feet.
  10. A foul involving excessive or severe contact, or a non-contact foul that is extremely objectionable. Results in free throws and possible ejection.
  11. An offensive violation where a player remains in their free-throw lane for more than three consecutive seconds while their team is in control of the ball in the frontcourt.
  12. A violation that occurs when a player with the ball moves their feet illegally without dribbling.
  13. A shot that misses the rim and backboard entirely.
  14. A rule that allows a goal to count if the shooter is fouled after starting the shooting motion but before the shot is released.
  15. Personal foul when a player impedes the progress of an opponent without establishing a legal position.
  16. The imaginary space above the basket ring where goaltending occurs if an airborne shot is blocked.
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  1. The half of the court that contains the opponent's basket.
  2. The half of the court that contains the team's own basket.
  3. When opposing players have firm possession of the ball simultaneously. Results in an alternating possession throw-in.
  4. A dribbling violation where the player places the hand under the ball and momentarily holds or carries it while dribbling.
  5. A non-contact technical foul infraction, such as preventing the ball from being put in play.
  6. The area under the basket, including the free-throw lane, often painted a different color.
  7. An offensive or defensive player who operates primarily near the basket or the free-throw lane.
  8. The official mechanics used to ensure control of the ball after a whistle, preventing unsportsmanlike conduct.
  9. Violation by a player entering the free-throw lane before the shot is released during a free throw.
  10. A term used to refer to any of the officials positioned on the court (Lead, Trail, Referee).
  11. The official positioned near the division line, usually on the side opposite the Lead official.
  12. Personal foul when an offensive player with the ball runs into a stationary defensive player who has established legal guarding position.
  13. Securing possession of the ball after a missed shot.
  14. The area within the playing boundaries of the court.
  15. The foot that must remain touching the floor when a player catches the ball or ends their dribble.

31 Clues: A shot that misses the rim and backboard entirely. • Securing possession of the ball after a missed shot. • The area within the playing boundaries of the court. • The boverning body for Michigan High Schools Athletics • The half of the court that contains the opponent's basket. • The half of the court that contains the team's own basket. • ...

Basketball players 2016-09-20

Basketball players crossword puzzle
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  1. He plays in Sacramento Kings and is the number 8
  2. He plays in Washington Wizards and is the number 2
  3. He plays in Minnesota Timberwolves and is the number 9
  4. He plays in Cleveland Cavaliers and is the number 2
  5. He plays in Houston Rockets and is the number 13
  6. He plays in New York Knicks and is the number 7
  7. He plays in Toronto Raptors and is the number 10
  8. He plays in Los Angeles Clippers and is the number 3
  9. He plays in Golden State Warriors and is the number 11
  10. He plays in Oklahoma City Thunder and is the number 0
  11. He plays in Minnesota Timberwolves and is the number 8
  12. He plays in Chicago Bulls and is the number 3
  13. He plays in Orlando Magic and is the number 00
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  1. He plays in Chicago Bulls and is the number 21
  2. He plays in Toronto Raptors and is the number 7
  3. He plays in Golden State Warrios and is the number 35
  4. He plays in Los Angeles Clippers and is the number 32
  5. He plays in Indiana Pacers and is the number 13
  6. He plays in Memphis Grizzlies and is the number 33
  7. He plays in Cleveland Cavaliers and is the number 23
  8. He plays in Golden State Warriors and is the number 30
  9. He plays in Sacramento Kings and is the number 14
  10. He plays in Golden State Warriors and is the number 23
  11. He plays in New York Knicks and is the number 25
  12. He plays in Los Angeles Clippers and is the number 6
  13. He plays in San Antonio Spurs and is the number 16
  14. He plays in New Orleans Pelicans and is the number 23

27 Clues: He plays in Chicago Bulls and is the number 3 • He plays in Chicago Bulls and is the number 21 • He plays in Orlando Magic and is the number 00 • He plays in Toronto Raptors and is the number 7 • He plays in Indiana Pacers and is the number 13 • He plays in New York Knicks and is the number 7 • He plays in Sacramento Kings and is the number 8 • ...

basketball,LM 2021-02-26

basketball,LM crossword puzzle
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  1. something you wear
  2. something you play and like to do
  3. something you shoot into
  4. something with a form when you shoot something
  5. if your really good at what you do
  6. humanity
  7. something you wear under your shorts
  8. something that has a sphere shape
  9. work hard to win at
  10. when you take something away
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  1. bouncing something or kicking something
  2. action of defending
  3. something you wear under underwear
  4. something you wear on your feet
  5. when you hit something
  6. something you play in
  7. the attacking team
  8. a sport place
  9. somewhere you sit at
  10. a group of people working together

20 Clues: humanity • a sport place • something you wear • the attacking team • action of defending • work hard to win at • somewhere you sit at • something you play in • when you hit something • something you shoot into • when you take something away • something you wear on your feet • something you play and like to do • something that has a sphere shape • something you wear under underwear • ...

BASKETBALL,GN 2021-02-26

BASKETBALL,GN crossword puzzle
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  1. noisy
  2. players that score points
  3. ball contact
  4. speed
  5. guard player that shoots the most
  6. paint beast
  7. keeps the game clean
  8. extended game
  9. acrobatic 2 pointer
  10. out of breath
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  1. goal
  2. a line that gives you 3 points
  3. 2 points
  4. good handles
  5. team leader that makes plays
  6. guard play maker
  7. in shape
  8. throw 2 point chance
  9. unprohibited contact
  10. players that prevents points

20 Clues: goal • noisy • speed • 2 points • in shape • paint beast • good handles • ball contact • extended game • out of breath • guard play maker • acrobatic 2 pointer • throw 2 point chance • keeps the game clean • unprohibited contact • players that score points • team leader that makes plays • players that prevents points • a line that gives you 3 points • guard player that shoots the most

Basketball Terms 2021-03-15

Basketball Terms crossword puzzle
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  1. A poor shot that bounces hard off the rim or backboard
  2. when a player dribbles the ball with both hands or when a player dribbles, stops dribbling, and then begins to dribble again
  3. the two basketball players on the team that are responsible for rebounding and scoring close up to the basket
  4. Two opposing basketball players jump for a basketball an official tosses above and between them.
  5. A play in which an offensive player is fouled in the act of shooting, makes the shot, and is awarded one free throw
  6. When a player shoots the ball and it bounces off the backboard and into the hoop
  7. In this pass, the basketball bounces about two-thirds of the way from the passer to the receiver
  8. A pass high above the basketball rim that allows a player to catch and slam dunk or drop in the ball in one motion
  9. A made basket where the ball avoids the rim and touches nothing but the net
  10. an offensive foul which occurs when an offensive basketball player runs into a defender who has established position
  11. when the ball handler takes too many steps without dribbling; also called walking
  12. when a player close to the basket jumps and strongly throws the ball down into it
  13. The painted area that makes up the free throw lane. Also referred to as the paint
  14. contact between basketball players that may result in injury or provide one team with an unfair advantage
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  1. An offensive action where a team attempts to advance the ball and score as quickly as possible
  2. when the offensive basketball player stands between a teammate and a defender to give his teammate the chance to take an open shot.
  3. when the basketball enters the basket from above during play; worth 2 points, or 3 points
  4. the line 15' from the backboard and parallel to the end line from which players shoot free-throws
  5. A basketball shot that misses everything
  6. when the offense loses possession of the ball
  7. the two basketball players who usually handle setting up plays and passing to teammates closer to the basket
  8. the team with possession of the basketball trying to score
  9. the act of bouncing the basketball continuously to advance the ball
  10. a clock that limits the time a team with the basketball has to shoot it to a given amount of time.
  11. The rectangular piece of wood or fiberglass the rim is attached to
  12. A pass to another basketball player that leads directly to a made basket
  13. when a basketball player grabs a ball that is coming off the rim or backboard after a shot attempt
  14. a close up shot taken after dribbling to the basket

28 Clues: A basketball shot that misses everything • when the offense loses possession of the ball • a close up shot taken after dribbling to the basket • A poor shot that bounces hard off the rim or backboard • the team with possession of the basketball trying to score • The rectangular piece of wood or fiberglass the rim is attached to • ...

basketball crossword 2017-05-03

basketball crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. foul after making a shot
  2. physical contact
  3. grabbing the ball after a missed shot
  4. switching the ball from one hand to another
  5. pass leading to a score
  6. shooting when the buzzer goes off
  7. blocking the defender from getting the ball
  8. off the backboard into the ring
  9. shooting behind the semi circle line
  10. shot off the backboard
  11. screening the defender
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  1. slamming the ball into the ring
  2. assit to a dunk
  3. stopping the bounce and then bouncing again
  4. throwing the ball to a teammate
  5. stepping backwards
  6. shot after a foul
  7. running to the back half of the court
  8. running without bouncing
  9. throwing the ball at the hoop

20 Clues: assit to a dunk • physical contact • shot after a foul • stepping backwards • shot off the backboard • screening the defender • pass leading to a score • foul after making a shot • running without bouncing • throwing the ball at the hoop • slamming the ball into the ring • throwing the ball to a teammate • off the backboard into the ring • shooting when the buzzer goes off • ...

basketball crossword 2017-05-03

basketball crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. passing to a score
  2. taking a shot from the foul line
  3. getting a ball after a shot is missed
  4. take a shot for the outer arch
  5. when someones shooting the ball gets slapped out of their hands
  6. passing to a team mate which passes to a team mate that gets it in
  7. standing infront of a player to block their path of following the ball carrier
  8. trying to get the ball by swiping at it but contacting with the opponent
  9. stopping a ball before its about to go into the ring
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  1. getting a steal/rebound and taking it all the way to te ring without the other teams defense being ready
  2. getting a shot in without the ball touching the ring
  3. taking a shot from the middle of the court
  4. throwing a pass leading straight to a dunk or layup
  5. getting a shot in as the buzzer at the end of a quarter goes off
  6. slamming ball into the ring while being gaurded
  7. blocking a player from getting into the paint to get rebounds
  8. dribbling the ball from your left hand to right or right to left
  9. throwing the ball to a team mate
  10. getting fouled while in the shooting motion and getting it in
  11. slamming ball into the ring

20 Clues: passing to a score • slamming ball into the ring • take a shot for the outer arch • taking a shot from the foul line • throwing the ball to a team mate • getting a ball after a shot is missed • taking a shot from the middle of the court • slamming ball into the ring while being gaurded • throwing a pass leading straight to a dunk or layup • ...

Basketball Basics 2020-11-10

Basketball Basics crossword puzzle
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  1. - Offensive team taking the ball from out of bounds and throwing it in to begin play
  2. - Dribbling hard toward the basket, looking to score
  3. - Defending the goal by guarding an area of the floor, no matter who comes in that space
  4. - When offense loses possession of the ball by violating a rule
  5. - Stopping your run and landing on both feet at the same time
  6. - Contacting the opponent in a way that moves them out of their current position
  7. - When your team is trying to score
  8. - Violation when the ball handler moves feet while not dribbling.
  9. - making contact with an opponent to ensure they do not get a rebound
  10. - Offense where guards swing ball quickly and look for posts in short corner and high post
  11. - Half court offense where guards dribble to wing, which causes 3 posts to rotate
  12. - Zone defense when defenders have partners that make an X with the 5
  13. - Every game starts with this
  14. - Defending the goal by matching up with a specific player, and staying halfway between that specific offensive player and the ball
  15. - Defensive strategy putting pressure on the offense, usually the full length of the court (full court)
  16. - Violation when an offensive player stays in the lane for more than 3 seconds
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  1. - Area halfway between the block and 3-point line, just behind the backboard
  2. - When the offensive team tries to score as soon as possible after getting the ball from a steal, rebound, or
  3. - The space between the hashes, free-throw line, and baseline
  4. - An offensive player should never be below this area, unless they're in the short corner
  5. - Ball handler touches the ball with both hands at the same time while dribbling or dribbles again after picking the ball up
  6. - Another term for the Lane
  7. - Area between elbow and middle hash, and between the lane lines. Hint: player flashes to it
  8. up - When an offensive player (usually a post) creates a strong stance against a defensive player to make themselves open
  9. - Catching the ball after a missed shot
  10. - Area between the lowest hash and the block, and between the lane lines. Hint: this is where offensive players post up
  11. - When your team is stopping the opponent from scoring
  12. - Offensive strategy of getting in the way of a defender, in order to get a teammate open
  13. - Top corners of the lane, nearest the free throw line
  14. - Offense where the ball side guard and post screens away
  15. - Zone defense with two top defenders and three bottom defenders
  16. - Full Court press break
  17. - Shooting from a running position, off the inside foot
  18. - sprinting to a new position on the floor, usually across the lane
  19. - Shooting off of two feet

35 Clues: - Full Court press break • - Shooting off of two feet • - Another term for the Lane • - Every game starts with this • - When your team is trying to score • - Catching the ball after a missed shot • - Dribbling hard toward the basket, looking to score • - When your team is stopping the opponent from scoring • - Top corners of the lane, nearest the free throw line • ...

basketball crossword 2021-07-25

basketball crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. move involves the ball handler getting to defender and _____ his/her body 360 degrees
  2. what sport is it when Two teams of 5 players each try to score by letting a ball go inside a hoop ?
  3. ____ is the most important meal of the day
  4. side jump is a jump on both of your feet instead of one because It is more ______
  5. ____down is an easy exercise, done after a more intense activity
  6. a close-up shot in basketball in which the player stands near one side of the rim, but shoots the ball underhand towards the opposite side of the rim
  7. ____jump is also known as two-foot finishing
  8. A court is divided into ___ main sections by the mid-court line
  9. The ball is moved down the court toward the basket by _____ or dribbling
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  1. euro step is to get the defender moving one way, and then quickly stepping back the ____ way
  2. ____dribble is a basketball maneuver in which a player dribbling the ball switches the ball rapidly from one hand to the other
  3. Basketball is a ____sport
  4. _______step is a move where the player with the ball will pick up their dribble, take a step in one direction, and then quickly take a second step in a different direction
  5. A violation in which a player takes too many steps without dribbling
  6. violent contact or harmful manner with opponent is called ____ foul
  7. between the legs move, you are using your ____ as a natural shield against the defender
  8. basketball involves ___ players in each team
  9. we have to _____ up before exercising to prevent muscle sore
  10. passing is important to create ____
  11. Side ___ can help you to finish your layup better even with body contact

20 Clues: Basketball is a ____sport • passing is important to create ____ • ____ is the most important meal of the day • basketball involves ___ players in each team • ____jump is also known as two-foot finishing • we have to _____ up before exercising to prevent muscle sore • A court is divided into ___ main sections by the mid-court line • ...

basketball History 2024-05-13

basketball History crossword puzzle
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  1. How many points Wilt Chamberlain scored in a game, a record still not broken
  2. Jazz great who was the All Time Assists Leader
  3. BAA team from Providence
  4. Won titles with the Celtics and stole the ball to preserve Game 7 win in 1965
  5. Ohio native who won championships with at least 3 different teams
  6. Father of the game of basketball
  7. Created the Harlem Globetrotters
  8. Wilt "The ________" Chamberlain
  9. Broke the color barrier with the Boston Celtics
  10. Nations best college player in 1972, led team USA
  11. Acronym for the 1925 league originally won by the Celtics
  12. League created by Ned Irish who owned Madison Square Garden
  13. Dr. Naismith tried his game out on students here
  14. 1st NBA Championship won by this team and led by George Mikan
  15. He averaged a Triple Double for the 1961-62 season
  16. Team USA in the 1992 Olympics
  17. Big man and captain of the Boston Celtics who will win 11 Championships
  18. Goggle wearing superstar who led the NBA in scoring until Lebron James
  19. Sweetwater who broke the color barrier also for the Knicks
  20. Arguably the greatest NBA player in basketball history
  21. Rival league in the 70's to the NBA who will merge into the NBA
  22. Created the first basketball shoes and became the major manufacturer of basketballs
  23. Celtic iconic point guard, Houdini of the Hardwood
  24. Created in 1927 by Abe Saperstein, longest running barnstorming basketball team in history
  25. How african American teams could play basketball and get paid for it
  26. BAA team from Philadelphia
  27. Original big man for the Minneapolis Lakers
  28. Type of crash that claimed the life of Kobe Bryant
  29. BAA Team from New York
  30. BAA team from Boston
  31. Their home was Madison Square Garden
  32. He originated the jump shot
  33. The most visible player in the ABA, high flying dunks
  34. Warriors legend who scored 100 points in a game
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  1. Nickname for the Renaissance Big 5
  2. 1972 Olympic games were held here, basketball controversy
  3. Sadly died in a helicopter crash along with one of his daughters
  4. The BAA chose their team names based on this
  5. Major change to the game in 1932
  6. BAA team from Chicago
  7. The first official basketball league
  8. One of only 2 players to average a triple double for an entire season
  9. Created a super team with Chris Bosh, Dwayne Wade and LeBron James and won NBA titles
  10. Points in a game scored by Kobe Brytan to challenge Wilt's 100
  11. Number of times Bill Russell has been an NBA Champion
  12. Came to LA to lead the Lakers and begin the Showtime dynasty
  13. The Logo, won 1970 playoff game with 60 foot shot
  14. Only college player chose to the Dream Team in 1992
  15. Basketball was taken from a version of this kids game
  16. Dynasty with the Splash Brothers
  17. All black traveling team in the 1930's created by Robert Douglass
  18. One of the early pioneers who broke the color barrier of basketball
  19. Balls were thrown into these to be counted as goals
  20. Celtic legend who rivaled Magic Johnson
  21. First Japanese American player who broke through the color barrier in NY
  22. NY Knicks legend who overcame injury to help win an NBA title
  23. Hoopers have been nicknamed this since 1896 when wire mesh was placed around the court
  24. BAA team from St. Louis
  25. Pacers legend who helped bring down the Knicks
  26. Leader of the Washington Capitals and later Boston Celtics
  27. Type of sneaker Rawlings made for basketball players

61 Clues: BAA team from Boston • BAA team from Chicago • BAA Team from New York • BAA team from St. Louis • BAA team from Providence • BAA team from Philadelphia • He originated the jump shot • Team USA in the 1992 Olympics • Wilt "The ________" Chamberlain • Major change to the game in 1932 • Father of the game of basketball • Created the Harlem Globetrotters • ...

Kentucky Basketball 2021-11-29

Kentucky Basketball crossword puzzle
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  1. Drafted to the Wizards (2 words)
  2. ________ Prince
  3. ________ Issel
  4. ________ Cousins
  5. Mel ________
  6. ________-________ Towns
  7. Dakari ________
  8. Coached at Minnesota after UK (2 words)
  9. Kellan ________
  10. Enes ________
  11. PJ ________
  12. Current UK coach (2 words)
  13. ________ Brooks
  14. Eric ________
  15. CJ ________
  16. ________ Cardinals: Rivals
  17. Willie ________-________
  18. ________ Lamb
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  1. Brandon ________
  2. Strong 3-point shooter (2 words)
  3. Patterson or Sparks
  4. ________ Noel
  5. ________ Fox
  6. Tennessee ________: Rivals
  7. Rajon ________
  8. ________ Randle
  9. Trey ________
  10. Oscar ________
  11. ________ Rupp
  12. ________ Epps
  13. Unibrow (2 words)
  14. ________ Gillespie
  15. ________ Monk
  16. UK fan base (3 words)
  17. ________ Poythress
  18. Was at the Maysville movie theater (2 words)
  19. Ramel ________
  20. ________ Wheeler
  21. ________ Macy
  22. Bam ________

40 Clues: PJ ________ • CJ ________ • ________ Fox • Mel ________ • Bam ________ • ________ Noel • Trey ________ • ________ Rupp • ________ Epps • ________ Monk • Enes ________ • Eric ________ • ________ Macy • ________ Lamb • ________ Issel • Rajon ________ • Oscar ________ • Ramel ________ • ________ Prince • ________ Randle • Dakari ________ • Kellan ________ • ________ Brooks • Brandon ________ • ________ Cousins • ...

Basketball Trivia 2025-01-15

Basketball Trivia crossword puzzle
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  1. Who did Shaq play for when he won his first NBA championship
  2. What team drafted Kobe Bryant
  3. What team drafted Scottie Pippen
  4. The only team to never make the NBA finals
  5. to move with the ball without dribbling
  6. the end of the basketball court, one on each end
  7. The best player in the world.
  8. to dribble, pick up the ball and dribble again
  9. Perfected the sky hook shot
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  1. After you get fouled while shooting you get to shoot __________.
  2. The basketball rim is _____ feet off the ground
  3. Who wears number 00 for the timberwolves
  4. to stop another player from following a teammate
  5. you have 10________ to get across half court
  6. the first basketball hoop was made out of ___________.
  7. The number of players allowed on the court at one time during the game
  8. push, shove, reach, or commit an illegal move on defense
  9. where the free throw line meets the side of the key
  10. Number of fouls you get before you foul out
  11. The _____ was founded in 1946
  12. when two players from opposite teams both hang onto the ball together
  13. Who was the first player to win MVP, Coach of the Year, and Executive of the year

22 Clues: Perfected the sky hook shot • What team drafted Kobe Bryant • The best player in the world. • The _____ was founded in 1946 • What team drafted Scottie Pippen • to move with the ball without dribbling • Who wears number 00 for the timberwolves • The only team to never make the NBA finals • Number of fouls you get before you foul out • ...

NBA(Basketball) 2024-12-11

NBA(Basketball) crossword puzzle
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  1. Qui est coach des Milwaukee Bucks en 2024 ?
  2. Quel joueur détient le record de three points réussi
  3. Quel jeune joueur a le plus impressionné en 2024 et a été nommé rookie de l'année ?
  4. Qui est le joueur avec le plus de titres NBA ?
  5. Qui est surnomé de Slim Reaper
  6. Quel joueur est surnommé "The Greek Freak" en NBA ?
  7. Quel joueur est surnommé "The Beard" en NBA ?
  8. Quel est le meilleur marqueur de l’histoire NBA ?
  9. Quel est le plus jeune MVP de l'histoire ?
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  1. Quel est le plus grand nombre de points marqués en un match ?
  2. Quel est le surnom d'Anthony Edwards en NBA ?
  3. Qui a remporté le titre de MVP de la saison régulière 2023-2024 ?
  4. Où Lebron James a-t-il commencé sa carrière ?
  5. Quel Joueur quand il voit une baddie il joue bien
  6. de titres NBA Michael Jordan a-t-il remportée
  7. Combien de fois Michael Jordan a-t-il remporté le titre de MVP de la saison régulière ?
  8. quelle année Zion Williamson a-t-il été sélectionné à la draft NBA ?
  9. Combien de joueurs ont marqué 81 points ou plus ? Quand Michael Jordan a-t-il pris sa retraite ?
  10. Qui est surnomé CP3
  11. Quelle équipe a gagné les finales NBA 2023 ?

20 Clues: Qui est surnomé CP3 • Qui est surnomé de Slim Reaper • Quel est le plus jeune MVP de l'histoire ? • Qui est coach des Milwaukee Bucks en 2024 ? • Quelle équipe a gagné les finales NBA 2023 ? • Quel est le surnom d'Anthony Edwards en NBA ? • Où Lebron James a-t-il commencé sa carrière ? • de titres NBA Michael Jordan a-t-il remportée • ...

Basketball Greats 2025-03-10

Basketball Greats crossword puzzle
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  1. Lakers legend with incredible passing skills
  2. Former scoring champion and MVP
  3. Elite playmaker and triple-double threat
  4. Chicago Bulls legend known as "Air"
  5. Magic star known for flashy passes
  6. Clutch shooter and Trail Blazers star
  7. Scoring champion with incredible skills
  8. "The Logo" and Lakers great
  9. Nuggets legend and prolific scorer
  10. Rebounding machine and defensive specialist
  11. Versatile forward with multiple NBA titles
  12. Dominant center and NBA champion
  13. Dominant center and four-time NBA champion
  14. Showtime Lakers forward with Finals MVP
  15. Defensive star known for his finger wag
  16. Elite point guard and assist leader
  17. Warriors sharpshooter and three-time champion
  18. Lakers icon known as the "Black Mamba"
  19. Smooth forward and college legend
  20. Versatile forward and Pistons champion
  21. Celtics legend known as "The Truth"
  22. Miami Heat legend and three-time champion
  23. Revolutionized basketball with deep three-pointers
  24. Knicks legend and Hall of Famer
  25. Scored 100 points in a single game
  26. Undersized power forward and NBA analyst
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  1. "Greek Freak" and NBA champion
  2. "The Mailman" who always delivered
  3. Celtics sharpshooter and Hall of Famer
  4. Crossover king and former MVP
  5. Spurs legend and five-time NBA champion
  6. Rockets legend and rebounding machine
  7. High-scoring guard known for his step-back three
  8. One of the best three-point shooters ever
  9. Electrifying young star with insane athleticism
  10. Leader of the "Bad Boy" Pistons
  11. Won 11 NBA championships with the Celtics
  12. Mavericks star who won the 2011 NBA Finals
  13. Dunking legend nicknamed "The Human Highlight Film"
  14. NBA all-time assists and steals leader
  15. The original triple-double machine
  16. Big man with great passing skills
  17. Chinese basketball superstar and Hall of Famer
  18. Jordan’s right-hand man in Chicago
  19. All-time leading scorer with a skyhook
  20. Defensive powerhouse and NBA champion
  21. Two-time MVP and legendary passer
  22. Three-point assassin for the Pacers
  23. "Mr. Big Shot" of the Pistons
  24. Superstar with multiple NBA championships

50 Clues: "The Logo" and Lakers great • Crossover king and former MVP • "Mr. Big Shot" of the Pistons • "Greek Freak" and NBA champion • Former scoring champion and MVP • Leader of the "Bad Boy" Pistons • Knicks legend and Hall of Famer • Dominant center and NBA champion • Big man with great passing skills • Smooth forward and college legend • Two-time MVP and legendary passer • ...

Basketball teams 2023-10-27

Basketball teams crossword puzzle
Across
  1. based out of Houston.
  2. based out of Minnesota.
  3. based out of Sacramento.
  4. based out of Detroit.
  5. based out of Boston.
  6. based out of Oklahoma City.
  7. based out of Milwaukee.
  8. based out of Brooklyn.
  9. based out of San Antonio.
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  1. based out of San Fransisco
  2. based out of Miami.
  3. based out of Denver.
  4. based out of Los Angeles
  5. based out of Memphis.
  6. based out of Cleavland.
  7. based out New York.
  8. based out of Atlanta.
  9. based out of Charlotte.
  10. Based out of Chicago.
  11. based out of Phoenix.

20 Clues: based out of Miami. • based out New York. • based out of Denver. • based out of Boston. • based out of Memphis. • based out of Houston. • based out of Atlanta. • based out of Detroit. • Based out of Chicago. • based out of Phoenix. • based out of Brooklyn. • based out of Cleavland. • based out of Minnesota. • based out of Charlotte. • based out of Milwaukee. • based out of Los Angeles • ...

basketball terms 2024-03-07

basketball terms crossword puzzle
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  1. black mamba
  2. thight shorts
  3. boy you miss bad
  4. why are your arms around me
  5. Bulls
  6. flaming hot bbq chips
  7. Brooklyn
  8. when someone stay by the goal
  9. not apple
  10. tape for the athletic
  11. keeps your feet warm
  12. Cavaliers
  13. Chicago
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  1. cools you down
  2. no coke
  3. Boston
  4. Atlanta
  5. short pants
  6. ref what you doing
  7. Nuggets
  8. the jack o'lantern the chocolate ice
  9. where do the big man stay
  10. Charlotte
  11. we looking for a shooter
  12. not adidas
  13. Mavericks
  14. not nike
  15. you being unsportsmanlike
  16. he's the king

29 Clues: Bulls • Boston • no coke • Atlanta • Nuggets • Chicago • Brooklyn • not nike • Charlotte • Mavericks • not apple • Cavaliers • not adidas • black mamba • short pants • thight shorts • he's the king • cools you down • boy you miss bad • ref what you doing • keeps your feet warm • flaming hot bbq chips • tape for the athletic • we looking for a shooter • where do the big man stay • you being unsportsmanlike • ...

basketball questions 2024-03-21

basketball questions crossword puzzle
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  1. face covering
  2. tells time
  3. kobes middle name
  4. ncaa points leader
  5. common riding animal
  6. our planet
  7. goes with pepper
  8. gorillas and chimps
  9. nba goat
  10. south of usa
  11. Lsu WBB player from cashmere
  12. ___ fn(peter griffin)
  13. the planets orbit this
  14. nba draft announcer
  15. ___pioneers
  16. ___ wars
  17. no cost
  18. lebron james jr nickname
  19. worst team in nba
  20. son of odin
  21. "2020 montverde or ___"
  22. Greatest.of.all.time.
  23. entrance to a room
  24. holds up pants
  25. most losses in a row by a pro sports team in US
  26. #1 highschool prospect basketball
  27. latest nba mvp
  28. pedro doesnt like these
  29. best ball brother
  30. piece of clothing that goes on your head
  31. last gaurd to be dpoy
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  1. large college basketball tournament
  2. most rings oat
  3. the rocks best friend
  4. 2017 game by EPIC games
  5. most triple doubles
  6. Fiba world cup winners 2023
  7. device most people keep with them all the time
  8. can use all 4 elements
  9. rub to get genie
  10. shoe used for sports outside
  11. one a day keeps the doctor away
  12. 2023 1st ovr
  13. in season tournament winners
  14. another word for book
  15. summer,winter,spring,____
  16. sleep sounds
  17. ITCHY____69
  18. not good
  19. captain___(peter pan)
  20. 2011-12 rookie of year
  21. best in the west(nba)
  22. popular mens cologne(acronym)
  23. fortnite character who turns things to gold
  24. #1 ncaa freshman (plays for kentucky)
  25. latest super bowl winners
  26. most common name worldwide
  27. rapper _ kosher
  28. another word for chair
  29. represents a country

60 Clues: no cost • nba goat • ___ wars • not good • tells time • our planet • ___pioneers • son of odin • ITCHY____69 • south of usa • 2023 1st ovr • sleep sounds • face covering • most rings oat • holds up pants • latest nba mvp • rapper _ kosher • goes with pepper • rub to get genie • kobes middle name • worst team in nba • best ball brother • ncaa points leader • entrance to a room • most triple doubles • gorillas and chimps • ...

Basketball Terms 2024-03-21

Basketball Terms crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Pass : a pass that is intentionally rebounded off the floor before reaching the receiver.
  2. pads : controls the ball while dribbling
  3. : offensive action of a player penetrating the defense to score or pass
  4. : piece of equipment that hold the rim
  5. : small rectangle located on the outside of the key
  6. players : refers to 2 guards (point & shooting guards)
  7. : rectangular area under the basket & up to the free throw line.
  8. ball : 2 players simultaneously having a firm possession of the ball
  9. : the team that has possession of the basketball
  10. guard : offense & controlling the tempo of the game
  11. : a continued dribble after a player places their hand underneath the ball
  12. & then cutting towards the rim & receiving a return pass.
  13. around as long as their other foot stays in contact w/ the floor at all times.
  14. : AKA "5", usually the tallest person on the court
  15. goal : a shot made anywhere within the 3pt line except a free throw
  16. pass : making a 2-handed pass from their chest to the chest of another player
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  1. line : line the is 15ft from the center of the basket
  2. : a player setting a stationary block on their teammate’s defender
  3. and go : offensive play involving the player w/ the basketball making a pass to a
  4. out : making contact with a player to establish position between them & the basket after a shot has been taken.
  5. : using 1 hand to repeatedly bounce the basketball
  6. : a close-range shot taken when attacking the basket.
  7. : offensive foul that's called when an offensive player runs into a defender who has established position
  8. : when a player passes to another and results in them scoring
  9. : change of possession when the team advances quickly
  10. : team without possession of the ball
  11. : 2 of the 3 players that do not hand the ball
  12. guard : guard is usually tasked w/ dribbling the basketball up the court, initiating the
  13. shot : shot taken by jumping up in the air & releasing the basketball at the peak of the
  14. : quick sprint that involves changing directions made in an attempt to get open
  15. : the line separating the playing area 4ft behind the backboard
  16. pass : 2-handed pass made from above the head of an offensive player
  17. : when a stationary player has possession of the basketball, they’re allowed to move 1
  18. throw : uncontested shot 15ft directly in front of the basket

34 Clues: : team without possession of the ball • : piece of equipment that hold the rim • pads : controls the ball while dribbling • : 2 of the 3 players that do not hand the ball • : the team that has possession of the basketball • : using 1 hand to repeatedly bounce the basketball • : AKA "5", usually the tallest person on the court • ...

Basketball Quiz 2025-07-30

Basketball Quiz crossword puzzle
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  1. — When a player throws the ball to a teammate
  2. — Half of the basketball game
  3. — Short for "most valuable player"
  4. — The coach gives this during a break
  5. — Taking the ball after a missed shot
  6. — Skill of bouncing the ball
  7. — Player who defends the basket
  8. — When the ball goes through the hoop
  9. — The line for free shots (free throw line)
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  1. — A shot that hits the backboard and goes in
  2. — Starting action to begin the game
  3. — Where players shoot the ball
  4. — A shot made from far away (three-point shot)
  5. — The area around the basket
  6. — A violation where you walk without dribbling
  7. — The round object used in basketball
  8. — Worn on feet during a game
  9. — The number of players on court per team
  10. — A move where a player jumps and scores
  11. — The official who controls the game

20 Clues: — The area around the basket • — Worn on feet during a game • — Skill of bouncing the ball • — Half of the basketball game • — Where players shoot the ball • — Player who defends the basket • — Short for "most valuable player" • — Starting action to begin the game • — The official who controls the game • — The coach gives this during a break • ...

Basketball terms 2025-08-05

Basketball terms crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Colored key area
  2. Rim ratling finish
  3. Sound at the end
  4. Swipe and go
  5. Pass-Slam combo
  6. Break to regroup
  7. Shot without defense
  8. Ankle-breaker move
  9. Countdown of possession
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  1. Close soft finish
  2. Bounce while moving
  3. Worth more from deep
  4. Pass that leads to points
  5. Glass target
  6. Spin move with 1 foot
  7. Defense only for an area
  8. Illegal contact
  9. Swat
  10. Missed shot result
  11. Opens the game

20 Clues: Swat • Swipe and go • Glass target • Opens the game • Pass-Slam combo • Illegal contact • Colored key area • Sound at the end • Break to regroup • Close soft finish • Rim ratling finish • Ankle-breaker move • Missed shot result • Bounce while moving • Worth more from deep • Shot without defense • Spin move with 1 foot • Countdown of possession • Defense only for an area • Pass that leads to points

Hudl BasketBall 2022-01-23

Hudl BasketBall crossword puzzle
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  1. If team fails to attempt within the time allotted
  2. Large board that shows score, foul during a game
  3. Any player who breaks rule of the game
  4. Unique identifier for each player
  5. A shot made while jumping.
  6. Off.player fails to Inbound in 5 sec,it will be_
  7. Move to stop the ball while attempting a shot
  8. Taking the ball away from the off. player
  9. Using both hands to dribble illegally
  10. Foul by Off. player with possession of ball
  11. Additional period played to avoid declaring draw
  12. A move at the start of the match
  13. A strategy to switch players
  14. A move to flick the ball off the player's hand
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  1. Off. player cannot be in shooting lane for >_
  2. Interfering with ball while on its way to basket
  3. 2Pt shot attempt made by leaping from below
  4. 2 players of diff. teams have hold on ball for few secs
  5. Player taking many steps without dribbling ball
  6. Recovery of ball after a shot is missed
  7. Shot type-Player thrusts ball down through the basket
  8. The one who officiates the match
  9. Brisk advance toward the basket with aim of shooting
  10. Pass made by player that leads to a scoring
  11. Foul committed by coach is called

25 Clues: A shot made while jumping. • A strategy to switch players • The one who officiates the match • A move at the start of the match • Unique identifier for each player • Foul committed by coach is called • Using both hands to dribble illegally • Any player who breaks rule of the game • Recovery of ball after a shot is missed • Taking the ball away from the off. player • ...

Gonzaga Basketball 2021-10-27

Gonzaga Basketball crossword puzzle
Across
  1. name of the event held every fall to kick off the women’s basketball season
  2. current MBB player with the lowest jersey number
  3. the name of the “dance” the student section participates in before every game
  4. Former WBB head coach, who is now head coach at University of Oregon
  5. the number of consecutive NCAA Tournaments the men's team has appeared in
  6. full name of current WBB player with the highest jersey number
  7. the state Drew Timme hails from
  8. country where Kevin Pangos was born
  9. how many of the WCC teams are in California
  10. current MBB staff member who played on the men's team from 2011-2015
  11. term used to describe the 2008 MBB historic NCAA run
  12. the last names of the two former Zags who have been selected as NBA All-Stars, in chronological order
  13. NBA team three past Zags are currently playing on
  14. what conference Gonzaga is a part of
  15. Gonzaga's first one and done player
  16. the school the WBB team lost to in the first round of the 2021 NCAA Tournament
  17. the number of players on the current WBB team
  18. the state the WBB team is travelling to over Thanksgiving break for a tournament
  19. name of the GU mascot
  20. the name of the event when student sleep outside before big games
  21. who the Zags lost to in their first NCAA championship appearance
  22. full name of the only GU player to play in the 2021 summer Olympics
  23. the former 6’1” forward known best for her electric blue hair and aggressive play
  24. one of the two current MBB players who attended Gonzaga Prep
  25. the east coast school Dutch player Maud Huijbens transferred from
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  1. the number of NCAA Tournaments the WBB team has appeared in
  2. former WBB player who is the daughter of a MBB legend
  3. the furthest round the WBB has made it to in the NCAA Tournament
  4. the team WBB beat in the WCC championship in 2017
  5. city and name of WNBA team which a former Zag plays for
  6. the first men's basketball player to get drafted into the NBA
  7. full name of the former Gonzaga player who recently won the WNBA title
  8. the name of GU's student section
  9. last name of the current women's coach
  10. full name of the current 6’1” WBB player who grew up close to Spokane
  11. the highest pre-season AP ranking the women's team has earned
  12. the former WBB player who sunk a buzzer beater to win the WCC championship for the 2020-2021 season
  13. last name of GU MBB's tallest player in history
  14. last name of the twins on the current WBB team
  15. the number of players on the current MBB team
  16. the gym where basketball games are held
  17. Chet Holmgren’s jersey number
  18. shortest player currently on the men's roster
  19. last name of the men's coach
  20. full name of the only new transfer on the current MBB team
  21. last name of the tallest current women's player
  22. the city where the 2021 NCAA Tournament “bubble” was
  23. the number of times WBB has won the WCC tournament
  24. number of former Zags currently in the NBA

49 Clues: name of the GU mascot • last name of the men's coach • Chet Holmgren’s jersey number • the state Drew Timme hails from • the name of GU's student section • country where Kevin Pangos was born • Gonzaga's first one and done player • what conference Gonzaga is a part of • last name of the current women's coach • the gym where basketball games are held • ...

Basketball Players 2025-10-11

Basketball Players crossword puzzle
Across
  1. 3rd on all-time points in a career as of 2025
  2. 1990 NBA finals MVP
  3. Dropped 36 points and 19 assits in the 1970 nba finals, game 7
  4. Most career threes as of 2025
  5. 2011 NBA finals MVP
  6. 1993 NBA season MVP
  7. Most career NBA steals as of 2025
  8. 2nd most wins in NBA history
  9. 2nd overall selection in 1984 NBA draft
  10. 13th selection in 1996 NBA draft
  11. Had a stat line of 0 points, 28 rebounds, 3 assists
  12. First player ever drafted into the league from high school
  13. Most Blocks in NBA history as of 2025
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  1. First player to win DPOY and the scoring title in a NBA season
  2. First player to record a quadruple-double in a NBA game
  3. Who's record did steph curry break for most threes made in a NBA season
  4. Most Dunks in NBA history as of 2025
  5. Most threes in a single game
  6. First rookie to win NBA finals MVP
  7. Shortest person to dunk in a NBA game
  8. Celtics immortal, fired isiah thomas from indiana pacers
  9. First player to win 3 slam dunk contests

22 Clues: 1990 NBA finals MVP • 2011 NBA finals MVP • 1993 NBA season MVP • Most threes in a single game • 2nd most wins in NBA history • Most career threes as of 2025 • 13th selection in 1996 NBA draft • Most career NBA steals as of 2025 • First rookie to win NBA finals MVP • Most Dunks in NBA history as of 2025 • Shortest person to dunk in a NBA game • ...

Sports teams 2025-11-17

Sports teams crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Football team from Dallas
  2. Basketball team from Miami
  3. Basketball team from Golden State
  4. Baseball team from Texas
  5. Basketball team from New York
  6. Football team from New England
  7. Football team from Baltimore
  8. Basketball team from Los Angeles
  9. Football team from Pittsburgh
  10. Basketball team from Chicago
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  1. Football team from Green Bay
  2. Basketball team from Boston
  3. Baseball team from Los Angeles
  4. Baseball team from New York
  5. Baseball team from Boston
  6. Baseball team from New York
  7. Basketball team from San Antonio
  8. Football team from New York
  9. Baseball team from St. Louis

19 Clues: Baseball team from Texas • Football team from Dallas • Baseball team from Boston • Basketball team from Miami • Basketball team from Boston • Baseball team from New York • Baseball team from New York • Football team from New York • Football team from Green Bay • Football team from Baltimore • Baseball team from St. Louis • Basketball team from Chicago • Basketball team from New York • ...

Basketball Superstars 2022-10-24

Basketball Superstars crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Robertson
  2. Bryant
  3. Nowitzki
  4. Duncan
  5. Jordan
  6. Thompson
  7. Barkley
  8. Russell
  9. Curry
  10. Durant
  11. Bird
  12. Chamberlain
  13. Lillard
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  1. Olajuwan
  2. Pippen
  3. Butler
  4. O'neal
  5. Stockton
  6. Paul
  7. Malone
  8. James
  9. Abdul-Jabbar
  10. Baylor
  11. West
  12. Frazier
  13. Thomas
  14. Johnson

27 Clues: Paul • West • Bird • James • Curry • Pippen • Bryant • Butler • Duncan • O'neal • Malone • Jordan • Baylor • Durant • Thomas • Barkley • Russell • Frazier • Johnson • Lillard • Olajuwan • Nowitzki • Stockton • Thompson • Robertson • Chamberlain • Abdul-Jabbar

BASKETBALL TRIVIA 2022-12-04

BASKETBALL TRIVIA crossword puzzle
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  1. HOW MANY POINTS DO YOU EARN WHEN YOU MAKE A BASKET FROM THE FREE-THROW LINE?
  2. WHO WON THE FIRST NBA FINALS MVP AWARD?
  3. SHAQUILLE O'NEAL CURRENTLY HOLDS HIS DOCTORATE. TRUE OR FALSE?
  4. WHAT IS KOBE BRYANTS NICKNAME?
  5. WHO LED THE SACRAMENTO KINGS IN BLOCKED SHOTS DURING THE 2004-2005 REGULAR SEASON?
  6. WHAT SACRAMENTO KING WAS 8TH IN SCORING IN THE 1995-96 NBA SEASON?
  7. WHO HAS BEEN AWARDED THE NBA FINALS MVP SIX TIMES IN A ROW WHILE BEING ON A LOSING TEAM?
  8. WHICH NBA PLAYER HAS SOLD THE MOST JERSEYS?
  9. A JUMP SHOT IS WORTH HOW MANY POINTS?
  10. WHO IS THE TALLEST DEFENSIVE PLAYER IN THE NBA?
  11. WHO IS THE FIRST PLAYER TO BE DRAFTED #1 WITHOUT PLAYING COLLEGE OR HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL IN THE U.S?
  12. WHICH NBA TEAM HAS A CONDOR AS THEIR MASCOT?
  13. WHICH NBA PLAYER HOLDS A CREATIVE WRITING DEGREE?
  14. HOW MANY CHAMPIONSHIPS DO THE LOS ANGELES LAKERS HOLD?
  15. WHICH SACRAMENTO KINGS PLAYER AVERAGED 21.2 POINTS PER GAME DURING THE 2001-02 SEASON?
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  1. WHO SCORED 89 POINTS WITH THE NEW YORK KNICKS IN THEIR FIRST THREE STARTS IN EARLY 2012?
  2. WHO IS NIKKI'S FAVORITE SAC KING PLAYER?
  3. WHICH NBA TEAM WON SIX CHAMPIONSHIPS IN THE 1990S?
  4. WHICH TEAM WON THE FIRST-EVER NBA CHAMPIONSHIP?
  5. WHO DID SCOTT MEET?
  6. HOW MANY NBA TEAMS ARE THERE?
  7. WHAT NUMBER JERSEY DOES HARRISON BARNES WEAR ON THE KINGS?
  8. WHO WEARS THE NUMBER 10 JERSEY ON KINGS?
  9. WHAT PLAYER HAS THE MOST BLOCKED SHOTS IN ONE SEASON?
  10. WHAT NUMBER JERSEY DID CHRIS WEBBER WEAR ON THE SACRAMENTO KINGS?

25 Clues: WHO DID SCOTT MEET? • HOW MANY NBA TEAMS ARE THERE? • WHAT IS KOBE BRYANTS NICKNAME? • A JUMP SHOT IS WORTH HOW MANY POINTS? • WHO WON THE FIRST NBA FINALS MVP AWARD? • WHO IS NIKKI'S FAVORITE SAC KING PLAYER? • WHO WEARS THE NUMBER 10 JERSEY ON KINGS? • WHICH NBA PLAYER HAS SOLD THE MOST JERSEYS? • WHICH NBA TEAM HAS A CONDOR AS THEIR MASCOT? • ...

Basketball vocabulary 2022-10-16

Basketball vocabulary crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a pass to a teammate that leads directly to a goal
  2. get control of a ball that has come off the rim or backboard after a failed shot attempt
  3. a clock that shows the amount of time a team has left to take a shot
  4. a pass thrown from over the head, to clear a defender or for added power
  5. a semi-circle painted on the court, from outside of which a successful shot earns three points
  6. 'most valuable player' award, given to the best player in a game
  7. a shot taken with both feet on the floor in a set position
  8. a pass thrown without looking towards the receiver
  9. a pass that bounces off the floor before it reaches the receiver
  10. to stop the movement of an opponent, or stop an opponent's pass or shot
  11. following an opponent to stop him from driving, shooting or passing easily
  12. a shot taken close to the basket that is usually banked off the backboard and into the basket
  13. the annual process by which NBA teams select local or foreign players for their teams
  14. a violation resulting from illegal contact with an opposing player
  15. the violation of moving with the ball without dribbling correctly
  16. a free shot taken from the free throw line as the result of a foul
  17. a net fixed on a hoop used as the goal
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  1. a foul called against a player or coach for unsportsmanlike conduct such as arguing with a referee
  2. a shot taken while a player is jumping through the air
  3. a player loses the ball to a member of the other team without taking a shot
  4. a five-minute extra period that is played when the game is tied after four quarters
  5. A fast, strong dribble directly to the basket in an effort to score
  6. to throw the ball in an attempt to score a goal
  7. a two-handed pass thrown from chest height
  8. a scoreboard clock that shows the time remaining in each period of a game
  9. To bounce the ball repeatedly with one hand while running or walking
  10. a high jump shot in which the ball is thrust down through the hoop
  11. to be holding, or be in control of, the ball
  12. clock stoppage requested by a coach for a short meeting with the players
  13. a board behind the basket, off which the ball may rebound
  14. violation of dribbling the ball with two hands, or stopping and restarting the dribble
  15. to rebound after hitting a surface
  16. the round metal rim from which a basketball net is suspended
  17. a foul that involves illegal physical contact such as blocking, charging, elbowing or holding
  18. a player who comes into the game to replace a player on the court
  19. officials who call violations and fouls, give penalties, signal field goals, and stop and start play

36 Clues: to rebound after hitting a surface • a net fixed on a hoop used as the goal • a two-handed pass thrown from chest height • to be holding, or be in control of, the ball • to throw the ball in an attempt to score a goal • a pass to a teammate that leads directly to a goal • a pass thrown without looking towards the receiver • ...

Basketball nickname 2020-04-29

Basketball nickname crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the iceman
  2. the GOAT
  3. the process
  4. the beard
  5. Dr. J
  6. the brow
  7. the king
  8. the big fundamental
  9. big panda
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  1. showtime
  2. flash
  3. jimmy buckets
  4. clyde the glide
  5. the admiral
  6. big ticket
  7. the klaw
  8. the mailman
  9. the black mamba
  10. the answer
  11. slo mo

20 Clues: flash • Dr. J • slo mo • showtime • the GOAT • the klaw • the brow • the king • the beard • big panda • the iceman • big ticket • the answer • the admiral • the process • the mailman • jimmy buckets • clyde the glide • the black mamba • the big fundamental

Basketball Players 2020-12-31

Basketball Players crossword puzzle
Across
  1. 2010 World cup final goalscorer
  2. Liverpool player aka Egyptian King
  3. Most capped AC Milan player
  4. Fifa Best player 2005
  5. Terry,Chelsea player aka Captain Leader Legend
  6. Captain of Real Madrid FC
  7. Fifa best player 2007
  8. Liverpool legend who captained England at 2014 World Cup
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  1. Indian National Team highest goal scorer
  2. aka King of Rome
  3. Most goals in a calendar year
  4. Chelsea FC top goalscorer
  5. Most goals in UCL history
  6. Zizou
  7. Most capped Barca player
  8. Most goals by an English international
  9. Most goals in Fifa World cup
  10. Arsenal's top scorer
  11. aka El Nino
  12. 1986 Fifa world cup best player

20 Clues: Zizou • aka El Nino • aka King of Rome • Arsenal's top scorer • Fifa Best player 2005 • Fifa best player 2007 • Most capped Barca player • Chelsea FC top goalscorer • Most goals in UCL history • Captain of Real Madrid FC • Most capped AC Milan player • Most goals in Fifa World cup • Most goals in a calendar year • 2010 World cup final goalscorer • 1986 Fifa world cup best player • ...

Basketball Crossword 2021-01-08

Basketball Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. Scoring by holding onto the rim and slamming the ball down
  2. Getting the ball after a attempted shot
  3. You have to shoot before the _________________ runs out
  4. A uniform each player wears that has their team name on it
  5. A defense technique where each player guards a certain opposing player
  6. pass to a teammate who scores a basket immediately
  7. Move your pivot foot illegally
  8. The people that decide penalties
  9. A shot which goes through the net without hitting the rim
  10. Spinning in a circle but not lifting up the back foot
  11. A defense technique in which each player is responsible for an area of the court
  12. generally awarded after a foul on the shooter from the opposing team
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  1. A pass that bounces before the player receives it
  2. The half of the court a team is defending
  3. The National Basketball Association
  4. to stop a shot from the other team
  5. Dribbling the ball with two hands on the ball at the same time
  6. An overhead shot taken while jumping
  7. to get the ball to a teammate
  8. a unblocked shot that doesn't hit the rim or backboard
  9. The free throw lane and the free throw circle
  10. the end of the first half of play
  11. Shot where the ball hits the rim of the basket
  12. An attempt to score
  13. A loss of possession

25 Clues: An attempt to score • A loss of possession • to get the ball to a teammate • Move your pivot foot illegally • The people that decide penalties • the end of the first half of play • to stop a shot from the other team • The National Basketball Association • An overhead shot taken while jumping • Getting the ball after a attempted shot • The half of the court a team is defending • ...

Basketball Teams 2021-04-06

Basketball Teams crossword puzzle
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  1. alanta
  2. utah
  3. detroit
  4. miami
  5. cleveland
  6. Dallas
  7. toronto
  8. denver
  9. oklahoma city
  10. Phoenix
  11. Los angles
  12. new orleans
  13. san antonio
  14. boston
  15. milwaukee
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  1. washington
  2. LA
  3. orlando
  4. chicagos
  5. new york
  6. golden state
  7. minnesota
  8. charlotte
  9. philadelphia
  10. Sacramento
  11. houston
  12. hemphis
  13. brooklyn
  14. indiana
  15. portland trail

30 Clues: LA • utah • miami • alanta • Dallas • denver • boston • orlando • detroit • houston • toronto • hemphis • Phoenix • indiana • chicagos • new york • brooklyn • minnesota • charlotte • cleveland • milwaukee • washington • Sacramento • Los angles • new orleans • san antonio • golden state • philadelphia • oklahoma city • portland trail

basketball crossword 2021-07-25

basketball crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. move involves the ball handler getting to defender and _____ his/her body 360 degrees
  2. what sport is it when Two teams of 5 players each try to score by letting a ball go inside a hoop ?
  3. ____ is the most important meal of the day
  4. side jump is a jump on both of your feet instead of one because It is more ______
  5. ____down is an easy exercise, done after a more intense activity
  6. a close-up shot in basketball in which the player stands near one side of the rim, but shoots the ball underhand towards the opposite side of the rim
  7. ____jump is also known as two-foot finishing
  8. A court is divided into ___ main sections by the mid-court line
  9. The ball is moved down the court toward the basket by _____ or dribbling
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  1. euro step is to get the defender moving one way, and then quickly stepping back the ____ way
  2. ____dribble is a basketball maneuver in which a player dribbling the ball switches the ball rapidly from one hand to the other
  3. Basketball is a ____sport
  4. _______step is a move where the player with the ball will pick up their dribble, take a step in one direction, and then quickly take a second step in a different direction
  5. A violation in which a player takes too many steps without dribbling
  6. violent contact or harmful manner with opponent is called ____ foul
  7. between the legs move, you are using your ____ as a natural shield against the defender
  8. basketball involves ___ players in each team
  9. we have to _____ up before exercising to prevent muscle sore
  10. passing is important to create ____
  11. Side ___ can help you to finish your layup better even with body contact

20 Clues: Basketball is a ____sport • passing is important to create ____ • ____ is the most important meal of the day • basketball involves ___ players in each team • ____jump is also known as two-foot finishing • we have to _____ up before exercising to prevent muscle sore • A court is divided into ___ main sections by the mid-court line • ...

Basketball Teams 2023-05-16

Basketball Teams crossword puzzle
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  1. Brooklyn
  2. Dallas
  3. Utah
  4. Charlotte
  5. Toronto
  6. Houston
  7. Atlanta
  8. New York
  9. Los Angeles
  10. Los Angeles
  11. Cleveland
  12. Chicago
  13. Detroit
  14. Oklahoma City
  15. San Antonio
  16. Boston
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  1. Philadelphia
  2. Washington
  3. Orlando
  4. New Orleans
  5. Golden State
  6. Miami
  7. Sacramento
  8. Milwaukee
  9. Indiana
  10. Minnesota
  11. Memphis
  12. Denver
  13. Phoenix
  14. Portland

30 Clues: Utah • Miami • Dallas • Denver • Boston • Orlando • Toronto • Houston • Atlanta • Indiana • Memphis • Chicago • Detroit • Phoenix • Brooklyn • New York • Portland • Charlotte • Milwaukee • Minnesota • Cleveland • Washington • Sacramento • New Orleans • Los Angeles • Los Angeles • San Antonio • Philadelphia • Golden State • Oklahoma City

Basketball Guru 2014-05-28

Basketball Guru crossword puzzle
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  1. Dominique's shoe size
  2. LOL
  3. Something Scott doesn't want to challenge Dominique in
  4. movement to and from or around something, especially that of fluid in a closed system
  5. the process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at a school or university
  6. Michael Jordan's favorite number
  7. Physical sensation of desiring food
  8. SAT component
  9. The condition of having three or more loose or liquid bowel movements per day
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  1. A game Dominique will NEVER beat Scott in
  2. Dominique's favorite number
  3. The word "red" in Haitian Creole
  4. For every answer in this crossword count this
  5. An old VCR format
  6. Sweet potatoes other name
  7. Jay Z, Beyonce, LeBron James, and Lil Wayne are all _____?
  8. Detroit basketball team
  9. two
  10. Basketball Guru
  11. A request for responses

20 Clues: LOL • two • SAT component • Basketball Guru • An old VCR format • Dominique's shoe size • Detroit basketball team • A request for responses • Sweet potatoes other name • Dominique's favorite number • The word "red" in Haitian Creole • Michael Jordan's favorite number • Physical sensation of desiring food • A game Dominique will NEVER beat Scott in • ...

Fun Basketball 2016-02-22

Fun Basketball crossword puzzle
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  1. area along the baseline half way between the sidelines and the lane line.
  2. Professional Basketball player for the Cleveland Cavaliers.
  3. rule was adopted making itillegal for a defensive player to touch the ballon its downward flight.
  4. this new stat captures the number of times a player is fouled
  5. the two boundaries lines running the length of the court.
  6. Located in the side of the court near the free throw line extended.
  7. fouls that involve unnececcessary or excessive contact which could injure.
  8. Alignment two posts are used to free up shoters.
  9. were introduced in 1895 to prevent spectators in the game.
  10. places all five offensive players on one side of the court.
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  1. total points scored are important to final score.
  2. Used to denote the offensive end of the court from the midcourt line to the baseline.
  3. Initially, Players were not allowed to re-enter the game.
  4. when players on opposite teams commit personal foul simultaneously.
  5. dribbling the ball with both hands on the the ball at the same time.
  6. Team's biggest and strongest player. Mainly plays in low post area near basket.
  7. boundaries running from the free throw line to the baseline.
  8. alignment is used against pressure defense.
  9. shooter misses hitting the rim on shot.
  10. used to denote the area behind the midcoast line.

20 Clues: shooter misses hitting the rim on shot. • alignment is used against pressure defense. • Alignment two posts are used to free up shoters. • total points scored are important to final score. • used to denote the area behind the midcoast line. • Initially, Players were not allowed to re-enter the game. • the two boundaries lines running the length of the court. • ...

Basketball Crossword 2017-11-29

Basketball Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. what replaced the peach basket?
  2. the name of the doctor that invented basketball
  3. When can a jump ball occur?
  4. the year that the doctor introduced the new game that involved a soccer ball and a peach basket?
  5. What is it called when one walks or runs with the ball?
  6. how many rules did the original game have?
  7. what is the foul called that includes any type of illegal physical contact?
  8. What kind of shot is the jump shot?
  9. the more formal way to say hoop?
  10. what player position do the next tallest players play?
  11. what is the ball if the player is fouled while not shooting?
  12. how is the ball moved down the court by the player?
  13. Is blocking a violation of the rules?
  14. What is it when a player dribbles, stops, and then begins to dribble again?
  15. How many hand(s) are used in a lay-up?
  16. What is an unblocked shot that fails to hit the rim or backboard?
  17. what physical trait do the guards have?
  18. when a player pushes or runes over a defensive player?
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  1. what happens at halftime?
  2. how many steps without dribbling is considered traveling?
  3. can one dribble the ball with two hands? If not what is the violation called?
  4. What type of foul is charging?
  5. What happens when a team loses possession of the ball?
  6. another name for the free throw lane
  7. what was done to get the basketball back when a basket was made?
  8. how do you obtain the ball after a failed attempt at a basket?
  9. the closest line to the center circle
  10. What starts the basketball game?
  11. What is required in order to move the ball with you?
  12. A legal turnover made by a defensive player.
  13. what physical trait does the center usually have?
  14. players on each team

32 Clues: players on each team • what happens at halftime? • When can a jump ball occur? • What type of foul is charging? • what replaced the peach basket? • the more formal way to say hoop? • What starts the basketball game? • What kind of shot is the jump shot? • another name for the free throw lane • the closest line to the center circle • Is blocking a violation of the rules? • ...

Basketball Nicknames 2022-03-08

Basketball Nicknames crossword puzzle
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  1. Julius Irving
  2. The Baby-Faced Assassin’
  3. ___ Archibald
  4. Jason Williams, ____ Chocolate
  5. Gary Payton
  6. Giannis Antetokounmpo
  7. Earvin Johnson
  8. _____ Thunder, Darryl Dawkins
  9. Hakeem Olajuwon
  10. The Dunkin’ Dutchman
  11. Big Country
  12. The ____ from French Lick
  13. Dennis Rodman
  14. Karl Malone
  15. The Admiral
  16. Clyde the _____
  17. The Big Fundamental
  18. Big Shot Rob
  19. The Human Highlight Reel
  20. Kenny ____ Smith
  21. Kobe Bryant
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  1. Rudy Gobert, the ___ Tower
  2. Shaq, the Big _____
  3. The Microwave, Vinnie ____
  4. The Stilt
  5. Earl _____ Monroe
  6. The Reign Man
  7. According to Raftery, a player with “courage” has
  8. Kenny ___ Walker
  9. Tyrone Bogues
  10. Walt Frazier
  11. The Houdini of the Hardwood
  12. Bobby ___ Leonard
  13. John Wooden, The ____ of Westwood
  14. King James
  15. Artis Gilmore
  16. Oscar Robinson
  17. ____ Pete Maravich
  18. The Answer
  19. The Round Mound of ____
  20. George Gervin

41 Clues: The Stilt • King James • The Answer • Gary Payton • Big Country • Karl Malone • The Admiral • Kobe Bryant • Walt Frazier • Big Shot Rob • Julius Irving • ___ Archibald • The Reign Man • Tyrone Bogues • Artis Gilmore • Dennis Rodman • George Gervin • Earvin Johnson • Oscar Robinson • Hakeem Olajuwon • Clyde the _____ • Kenny ___ Walker • Kenny ____ Smith • Earl _____ Monroe • Bobby ___ Leonard • ____ Pete Maravich • ...

sports basketball 2021-12-13

sports basketball crossword puzzle
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  1. A bag or other contrivance of strong thread or cord worked into an open, meshed fabric, for catching fish, birds, or other animals
  2. The quality of being hot
  3. A male of some horned animals, especially deer
  4. A large gregarious waterbird with a long bill and an extensible throat pouch for scooping up fish.
  5. A bird of prey with broad rounded wings and a long tail
  6. A loud rumbling or crashing noise heard after a lightning flash due to expansion of rapidly heated air
  7. One having the spirit or bearing of a knight
  8. Relating to the Celts or their languages
  9. To cut into or through
  10. A brave or experienced fighter
  11. A male bovine animal
  12. A type of music characterized by improvisation, syncopation, and usually a regular or forceful rhythm
  13. An animal of a large race of the brown bear native to North America
  14. A cylindrical projectile that can be propelled to a great height or distance by the combustion of its contents
  15. A term for a dromaeosaurid dinosaur or bird of prey
  16. A nickname for someone who was at the signing of the Declaration of Independence
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  1. A gray wolf with territory in Minnesota, Michigan, and Wisconsin
  2. The power of apparently influencing the course of events by using mysterious ro supernatural forces
  3. An unorthodox or independent-minded person
  4. A start around which the earth orbits
  5. A ship constructed for carrying cargo on the Great Lakes
  6. A person who makes a new track through wild country
  7. A device with a small spike or spiked wheel that is worn on a rider’s heel
  8. A man who has magical powers, especially in legends and fairy tales
  9. A fast sailing ship, especially with concave bows and raked mast
  10. A small chunk of gold or other precious metal found ready-formed in the earth
  11. A disk or short cylinder fitting closely within a tube which it moves up and down against a liquid or a gas
  12. A large stinging wasp that typically nest in hollow trees
  13. A horse bred or trained to have a distinctive lateral gait in which both legs on the same side are lifted together
  14. The most important chess piece which a player must checkmate to win

30 Clues: A male bovine animal • To cut into or through • The quality of being hot • A brave or experienced fighter • A start around which the earth orbits • Relating to the Celts or their languages • An unorthodox or independent-minded person • One having the spirit or bearing of a knight • A male of some horned animals, especially deer • ...

Basketball players 2022-04-29

Basketball players crossword puzzle
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  1. One of the best to ever play basketball wore #6 and played for the Celtics
  2. Plays for the timberwolves and wears #1
  3. He plays for the hawks and wears #11
  4. Played for the Bulls and Wore #23
  5. Plays for the philadelphia 76ers and wears #21
  6. Plays for the bulls and wears #11
  7. He looks like Aquaman and wears #4
  8. Plays for the suns and wears #3
  9. Plays for the bucks and wears #34
  10. Plays for the heat and wears #22
  11. Plays for the La Clippers wears #2 and is said to be a robot and a funny guy
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  1. Plays for the philadelphia 76ers and wears #1 he's also out of shape
  2. He plays for the memphis Grizzles and wears #12
  3. Plays for the Lakers and wears #0
  4. Was a very good dunker played for the raptors and wore #15
  5. He has very big eye brows wears #3 and plays for the lakers
  6. Plays for the lakers and wears #6
  7. Plays for the Warriors and wears #30
  8. A very good dunker that plays for the Pelicans wears #1 and is out of shape
  9. plays for the suns and wears #1 he's also cracked at warzone
  10. PLayed for the jazz and did a very bad thing he also wore #32
  11. PLays for the brooklyn nets and wears # 7 his nickname is a snake
  12. Wore #34 and played for the lakers he was also very tall
  13. Plays for the hornets wears #2
  14. Played for the lakers and wore #24

25 Clues: Plays for the hornets wears #2 • Plays for the suns and wears #3 • Plays for the heat and wears #22 • Plays for the Lakers and wears #0 • Plays for the lakers and wears #6 • Played for the Bulls and Wore #23 • Plays for the bulls and wears #11 • Plays for the bucks and wears #34 • He looks like Aquaman and wears #4 • Played for the lakers and wore #24 • ...

Baseball/Basketball 2022-05-18

Baseball/Basketball crossword puzzle
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  1. _________ Anthony
  2. Willie __________
  3. ___________Johnson
  4. Babe _________
  5. Carlos ________
  6. _______ Judge
  7. ________ Duncan
  8. Joe _________
  9. Larry _________
  10. Giancarlo_________
  11. _________ Curry
  12. Derek _______
  13. _______ Aaron
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  1. LeBron _______
  2. Barry _______
  3. Wilt ____________
  4. Manny ________
  5. Kevin _______
  6. Pete __________
  7. Patrick __________
  8. _______Berra
  9. ______ DeGrom
  10. Jackie _________
  11. Charles _________
  12. Pete ________
  13. ________Hernandez

26 Clues: _______Berra • Barry _______ • Kevin _______ • ______ DeGrom • _______ Judge • Joe _________ • Pete ________ • Derek _______ • _______ Aaron • LeBron _______ • Manny ________ • Babe _________ • Pete __________ • Carlos ________ • ________ Duncan • Larry _________ • _________ Curry • Jackie _________ • _________ Anthony • Wilt ____________ • Willie __________ • Charles _________ • ________Hernandez • ...

Baseball/Basketball 2022-05-18

Baseball/Basketball crossword puzzle
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  1. _________ Anthony
  2. Willie __________
  3. ___________Johnson
  4. Babe _________
  5. Carlos ________
  6. _______ Judge
  7. ________ Duncan
  8. Joe _________
  9. Larry _________
  10. Giancarlo_________
  11. _________ Curry
  12. Derek _______
  13. _______ Aaron
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  1. _______LeBron
  2. Barry _______
  3. Wilt ____________
  4. Manny ________
  5. Kevin _______
  6. Pete __________
  7. Patrick __________
  8. _______Berra
  9. ______ DeGrom
  10. Jackie _________
  11. Charles _________
  12. Pete ________
  13. ________Hernandez

26 Clues: _______Berra • _______LeBron • Barry _______ • Kevin _______ • ______ DeGrom • _______ Judge • Joe _________ • Pete ________ • Derek _______ • _______ Aaron • Manny ________ • Babe _________ • Pete __________ • Carlos ________ • ________ Duncan • Larry _________ • _________ Curry • Jackie _________ • _________ Anthony • Wilt ____________ • Willie __________ • Charles _________ • ________Hernandez • ...

NBA/Basketball 2023-10-27

NBA/Basketball crossword puzzle
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  1. Team From milwalkee
  2. Number 1 pick in the 2023 NBA draft last name only
  3. 2018-19 NBA champions
  4. Team From Los Angeles
  5. Team From Washington
  6. Shot after a player has been fouled
  7. Team from Charlotte
  8. Kareem Abdul-Jabar's signature move.
  9. Team from Boston
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  1. Team from Denver
  2. known as the "GOAT" last name only.
  3. National Basketball Association
  4. Greatest comeback in finals history 2015-2016
  5. Team From Pheonix
  6. 2021-22 NBA Champions
  7. Golden State Warriors head coach full name
  8. Most 3-pointers made in NBA history last name only
  9. oldest player in the NBA Year 21 last name only
  10. known for "Mamba Mentality" First name only
  11. Team from Maimi

20 Clues: Team from Maimi • Team from Denver • Team from Boston • Team From Pheonix • Team From milwalkee • Team from Charlotte • Team From Washington • 2021-22 NBA Champions • 2018-19 NBA champions • Team From Los Angeles • National Basketball Association • known as the "GOAT" last name only. • Shot after a player has been fouled • Kareem Abdul-Jabar's signature move. • ...

Basketball 🏀 2024-02-08

Basketball 🏀 crossword puzzle
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  1. What is the term for a defensive play where a player blocks an opponent's shot causing the ball to go out of bounds?
  2. Which basketball position is typically responsible for bringing the ball up the court and setting up plays?
  3. What is the area called where players attempt to score field goals, typically marked by a semicircle at its edge?
  4. In basketball what is the violation called when a player takes too many steps without dribbling the ball?
  5. Which NBA team is known as the "Lakers" and is based in Los Angeles?
  6. In basketball what is the distance from the three-point line to the center of the basket?
  7. What is the term for a pass in basketball where the ball is bounced on the floor to a teammate?
  8. What is the term for a defensive strategy where players guard specific areas rather than individual opponents?
  9. Which NBA team is based in the capital city of Texas?
  10. What term is used for a successful field goal attempt where the shooter scores three points?
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  1. Who is widely considered one of the greatest basketball players of all time and played for the Chicago Bulls in the 1990s?
  2. Which college basketball tournament is known for its single-elimination format and often referred to as "March Madness"?
  3. What is the term for a player making a shot after being fouled, with the opportunity for an additional free throw?
  4. In basketball how many quarters are played in a regulation game?
  5. Which NBA team is often associated with the "Greek Freak," Giannis Antetokounmpo?
  6. What is the official name of the professional basketball league in the United States?
  7. In basketball how many players are on the court for each team at the start of a game?
  8. Which country is known for its strong basketball tradition and produced NBA players like Dirk Nowitzki?
  9. In basketball what is the maximum number of players a team can have on its roster during an NBA season?
  10. What is the term for a situation in which a team loses possession of the ball to the opposing team without attempting a shot?

20 Clues: Which NBA team is based in the capital city of Texas? • In basketball how many quarters are played in a regulation game? • Which NBA team is known as the "Lakers" and is based in Los Angeles? • Which NBA team is often associated with the "Greek Freak," Giannis Antetokounmpo? • ...

Basketball Basics 2024-12-11

Basketball Basics crossword puzzle
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  1. A defensive move to get the ball back
  2. The area on the floor where 3-second violations may occur
  3. A violation that may create a free shot or two (or three)
  4. A defensive strategy to block shots
  5. The strategy is designed to stop the opposing team from scoring
  6. The action of putting the ball through the hoop
  7. A type of shot made from a long distance
  8. A one-handed overhead shot.
  9. They organize/manage the players
  10. A shot made
  11. A method of legally moving the ball down the court while in motion
  12. A player who controls the ball and directs the offense
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  1. When a player takes more than the allowed steps
  2. This separates both halves of the court
  3. You're my boy _____!
  4. A line on the court where shots are taken after a foul
  5. A shot taken while in the air
  6. The area of the court where free-throws are taken
  7. The line at the top of the court from which you take a three-point shot
  8. Foul? No Foul? It's your call
  9. A pass intentionally thrown over a teammate's head near the basket
  10. The act of dribbling and shooting near the basket
  11. The main component of the game

23 Clues: A shot made • You're my boy _____! • A one-handed overhead shot. • A shot taken while in the air • Foul? No Foul? It's your call • The main component of the game • They organize/manage the players • A defensive strategy to block shots • A defensive move to get the ball back • This separates both halves of the court • A type of shot made from a long distance • ...

basketball Nicknames 2024-05-13

basketball Nicknames crossword puzzle
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  1. Elvin Hayes
  2. Joe Bryant
  3. Dominique Wilkins
  4. Anfernee Hardaway
  5. Detlef Schrempf
  6. David Thompson
  7. Kevin Durant
  8. Moses Malone
  9. Wilt Chamberlain
  10. Hakeem Olajuwon
  11. Paul Pierce
  12. Gilbert Arenas
  13. Dwight Howard
  14. Julius Erving
  15. James Worthy
  16. Stacey Augman
  17. Xavier McDaniel
  18. Karl Malone
  19. Pete Maravich
  20. Clide Drexler
  21. Cedric Maxwell
  22. Patrick Ewing
  23. Alonzo Mourning
  24. Darryl Dawkins
  25. Robert Traylor
  26. Jeremy Lin
  27. Gary Payton
  28. Jamaal Wilkes
  29. Bill Bradley
  30. George Gervin
  31. Fred Hoiberg
  32. Artis Giulmore
  33. Shawn MArion
  34. Giannis Antetokounmpo
  35. John Havlicek
  36. Dennis Rodman
  37. Isiah Thomas
  38. Fred Neal
  39. Victor Wembanyama
  40. John Wooden
  41. Tim Duncan
  42. Dan Majerle
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  1. Grant Hill
  2. Bryant Reeves
  3. Michael Jordan
  4. Steve Nash
  5. Larry Bird
  6. James Harden
  7. Nikola Jokic
  8. Earvin Johnson
  9. Glenn Robinson
  10. Kevin Garnett
  11. Kobe Bryant
  12. Darrell Griffith
  13. Yao Ming
  14. Phil Jackson
  15. George Mikan
  16. Nate Archibald
  17. John Salley
  18. Shawn Kemp
  19. David Robinson
  20. Joel Pryzbilla
  21. Larry Johnson
  22. Ray Allen
  23. Kareem Abdul Jabbar
  24. Tyler Hansborough
  25. Nat Clifton
  26. Tom Gugliota
  27. Clarence Gaines
  28. Oscar Robertson
  29. Bob Cousy
  30. Charles BArkley
  31. Jimmy Butler
  32. Vince Carter
  33. Allen Iverson
  34. Vinnie Johnson
  35. Jerry West
  36. Shaquille O'Neal

78 Clues: Yao Ming • Ray Allen • Bob Cousy • Fred Neal • Grant Hill • Joe Bryant • Steve Nash • Larry Bird • Shawn Kemp • Jeremy Lin • Jerry West • Tim Duncan • Elvin Hayes • Kobe Bryant • John Salley • Paul Pierce • Karl Malone • Nat Clifton • Gary Payton • John Wooden • Dan Majerle • James Harden • Nikola Jokic • Kevin Durant • Moses Malone • Phil Jackson • George Mikan • James Worthy • Tom Gugliota • Jimmy Butler • Bill Bradley • Fred Hoiberg • ...

NBA/BASKETBALL 2025-03-11

NBA/BASKETBALL crossword puzzle
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  1. Putting the ball in the rim
  2. "GOAT"
  3. 7 game series
  4. Shaq,Kareem,Wilt,etc.
  5. "I call the shots around here"
  6. Taking the ball from someone
  7. Small, Power
  8. Point, Shooting
  9. Easiest type of shot
  10. Lamelo's brother
  11. ___ Breaker
  12. Preventing a shot
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  1. For the win...
  2. Rookies Origin Story
  3. Most Valuable Player
  4. Shai Gilgeous Alexader
  5. 3 point sharp shooter
  6. What to put the ball in
  7. 6'7"
  8. Pounding the ball on the ground
  9. Recently traded to LA
  10. Dame Time
  11. "The King"

23 Clues: 6'7" • "GOAT" • Dame Time • "The King" • ___ Breaker • Small, Power • 7 game series • For the win... • Point, Shooting • Lamelo's brother • Preventing a shot • Rookies Origin Story • Most Valuable Player • Easiest type of shot • Shaq,Kareem,Wilt,etc. • 3 point sharp shooter • Recently traded to LA • Shai Gilgeous Alexader • What to put the ball in • Putting the ball in the rim • Taking the ball from someone • ...

NBA/BASKETBALL 2025-03-11

NBA/BASKETBALL crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Recently traded to LA
  2. "GOAT"
  3. Rookies Origin Story
  4. Easiest type of shot
  5. Pounding the ball on the ground
  6. Taking the ball from someone
  7. For the win...
  8. Preventing a shot
  9. Dame Time
  10. Lamelo's brother
  11. Shaq,Kareem,Wilt,etc.
  12. What to put the ball in
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  1. Shai Gilgeous Alexader
  2. 3 point sharp shooter
  3. Small, Power
  4. ___ Breaker
  5. Putting the ball in the rim
  6. 7 game series
  7. 6'7"
  8. Point, Shooting
  9. "The King"
  10. "I call the shots around here"
  11. Most Valuable Player

23 Clues: 6'7" • "GOAT" • Dame Time • "The King" • ___ Breaker • Small, Power • 7 game series • For the win... • Point, Shooting • Lamelo's brother • Preventing a shot • Rookies Origin Story • Easiest type of shot • Most Valuable Player • 3 point sharp shooter • Recently traded to LA • Shaq,Kareem,Wilt,etc. • Shai Gilgeous Alexader • What to put the ball in • Putting the ball in the rim • Taking the ball from someone • ...

Basketball Terms 2025-03-12

Basketball Terms crossword puzzle
Across
  1. free-throw and foul lane area of the court
  2. throw the ball toward the basket
  3. the surface to which the basket is mounted
  4. floor upon which the game of basketball is played
  5. another word for basket
  6. the ball misses the hoop and the backboard
  7. using the body to block an opponent
  8. the ball bounces off the backboard and into the basket
  9. holds the ball while changing or moving the pivot foot
  10. team not in possession of the ball
  11. a pass that sets up a score
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  1. an offensive player sets up a screen
  2. space on both sides of the free-throw lane
  3. gaining possession of the ball after a missed shot
  4. pass is defected off the floor before being received by a team player
  5. free-throw lane area
  6. an illegal play other than a floor violation
  7. bouncing the ball off the floor with one hand
  8. scoring goal attached to the backboard
  9. two defense players team up on the ball handler

20 Clues: free-throw lane area • another word for basket • a pass that sets up a score • throw the ball toward the basket • team not in possession of the ball • using the body to block an opponent • an offensive player sets up a screen • scoring goal attached to the backboard • space on both sides of the free-throw lane • free-throw and foul lane area of the court • ...

Basketball Players 2025-10-11

Basketball Players crossword puzzle
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  1. 3rd on all-time points in a career as of 2025
  2. 1990 NBA finals MVP
  3. Dropped 36 points and 19 assits in the 1970 nba finals, game 7
  4. Most career threes as of 2025
  5. 2011 NBA finals MVP
  6. 1993 NBA season MVP
  7. Most career NBA steals as of 2025
  8. 2nd most wins in NBA history
  9. 2nd overall selection in 1984 NBA draft
  10. 13th selection in 1996 NBA draft
  11. Had a stat line of 0 points, 28 rebounds, 3 assists
  12. First player ever drafted into the league from high school
  13. Most Blocks in NBA history as of 2025
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  1. First player to win DPOY and the scoring title in a NBA season
  2. First player to record a quadruple-double in a NBA game
  3. Who's record did steph curry break for most threes made in a NBA season
  4. Most Dunks in NBA history as of 2025
  5. Most threes in a single game
  6. First rookie to win NBA finals MVP
  7. Shortest person to dunk in a NBA game
  8. Celtics immortal, fired isiah thomas from indiana pacers
  9. First player to win 3 slam dunk contests

22 Clues: 1990 NBA finals MVP • 2011 NBA finals MVP • 1993 NBA season MVP • Most threes in a single game • 2nd most wins in NBA history • Most career threes as of 2025 • 13th selection in 1996 NBA draft • Most career NBA steals as of 2025 • First rookie to win NBA finals MVP • Most Dunks in NBA history as of 2025 • Shortest person to dunk in a NBA game • ...

Basketball Players 2025-03-12

Basketball Players crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Plays for the golden state warrior and is known for always making every shot he takes
  2. Played in the lakers but unfortunately passed away in 2021
  3. Arguably the best player in the nba to this day
  4. Plays for the denver nuggets nickname is the "Joker"
  5. Plays for the Chicago Bulls
  6. Played for the lakers and is one of the best center also played alongside kobee
  7. Plays for the TimberWovles
  8. This player broke the scoring record in 1984
  9. Plays for the pheonix suns best player on the team and name starts with "devin"
  10. Plays for the pheonix suns and is a power foward he also has a really big beard
  11. Plays for the clippers and is one of the best shooting guards.
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  1. The best Basketball player of all time.
  2. Plays for the Dallas Mavericks Point Guard
  3. Used to play for the dallas mavericks but got traded to the lakers february 1st
  4. Plays for the LA clippers
  5. Played for the lakers in 1979 and was a really good point guard
  6. Plays for the 76ers
  7. Plays for the New Orleans
  8. Plays for the bucks and has a really long last name.
  9. Played for the Celtics also regarded as one of the best

20 Clues: Plays for the 76ers • Plays for the LA clippers • Plays for the New Orleans • Plays for the TimberWovles • Plays for the Chicago Bulls • The best Basketball player of all time. • Plays for the Dallas Mavericks Point Guard • This player broke the scoring record in 1984 • Arguably the best player in the nba to this day • Plays for the denver nuggets nickname is the "Joker" • ...

Basketball 2016-02-09

Basketball crossword puzzle
Across
  1. definition means you jump high
  2. opposite of rookie
  3. dribbling
  4. opposite of win
  5. rhyme with skunk
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  1. hooping
  2. shorter way to spell most improved player
  3. where professional basketball players go
  4. antonym of unguarded
  5. used short for most valuable player
  6. antonym of lose

11 Clues: hooping • dribbling • opposite of win • antonym of lose • rhyme with skunk • opposite of rookie • antonym of unguarded • definition means you jump high • used short for most valuable player • where professional basketball players go • shorter way to spell most improved player

Basketball 2013-03-20

Basketball crossword puzzle
Across
  1. el baloncesto
  2. el equipo
  3. el juego
  4. to dribble
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  1. la cancha
  2. el jugardor
  3. el canasta
  4. to score
  5. el aficionado
  6. el balon
  7. to throw

11 Clues: to score • el juego • el balon • to throw • la cancha • el equipo • el canasta • to dribble • el jugardor • el baloncesto • el aficionado

Basketball 2021-03-19

Basketball crossword puzzle
Across
  1. an invalid piece of play
  2. one of the five positions in a game
  3. score by shooting into the basket with hands above rim
  4. movement of the ball that involves throwing it or tapping it to the floor
  5. upper body exercise involving throwing the ball back and forth to the chest
  6. method to score baskets and get open shots
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  1. when a defensive player legally blocks a shot from the other player
  2. a score in basketball involving throwing the ball through a hoop
  3. when a player forcibly throws the ball into the basket
  4. trying to stop the opponent from scoring
  5. players who don't start the game but act as a substitution

11 Clues: an invalid piece of play • one of the five positions in a game • trying to stop the opponent from scoring • method to score baskets and get open shots • score by shooting into the basket with hands above rim • when a player forcibly throws the ball into the basket • players who don't start the game but act as a substitution • ...

basketball 2016-06-07

basketball crossword puzzle
Across
  1. where you score
  2. who watches the game
  3. where you shought
  4. ball a not good shot
  5. ball the game
  6. throw after a fowl
  7. like a shirt
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  1. a floor
  2. the series
  3. pointer far away shot
  4. some one on a team

11 Clues: a floor • the series • like a shirt • ball the game • where you score • where you shought • some one on a team • who watches the game • ball a not good shot • pointer far away shot • throw after a fowl

Basketball 2020-02-10

Basketball crossword puzzle
Across
  1. What is "Magic" Johnson'S first name?
  2. What is Stephan Curry's first name?
  3. What city won the last nba championship
  4. #8 and #24 R.I.P
  5. What player won the most championship (his first name)
  6. Who was Kobe's teammate on the lakers (shorter name)
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  1. What player is known for his beard? (first name)
  2. What team has the most championships?
  3. Last Years mvp's last name
  4. What player won the most MVP's? (first name)
  5. What is "Board man" and "fun guy"s first name?

11 Clues: #8 and #24 R.I.P • Last Years mvp's last name • What is Stephan Curry's first name? • What team has the most championships? • What is "Magic" Johnson'S first name? • What city won the last nba championship • What player won the most MVP's? (first name) • What is "Board man" and "fun guy"s first name? • What player is known for his beard? (first name) • ...

Basketball Crossword 2023-03-22

Basketball Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. this is when a player close to the basket jumps up and throws the ball down into the hoop.
  2. When a player passes the ball to their teammate, which leads to a made basket.
  3. The rectangular piece of wood or fiberglass attached to the back of the basket.
  4. When a player either dribbles the ball with two hands or stops dribbling all together and then begins again, this results in a loss of possession.
  5. Positioning yourself between the basket and your opponent as a way to obtain a rebound.
  6. Two opposing players jump for a basketball that was tossed into the air by a ref. Also away to award possession after two opposing players simultaneously gain possession of a ball.
  7. When the player with the ball bounces the ball up and down off ground
  8. This is the area on a court that extends from the baseline under the basketball to the free-throw line. Referred to as the paint because it is often a different color from the rest of the court.
  9. When a player moves their feet without dribbling the basketball. This results in a loss of possession for their team.
  10. When an offensive player stands in the way of a defender to try and give his teammate an open shot.
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  1. A shot that goes straight through the net without touching the rim or backboard, also known as nothing-but-net.
  2. A play where a teammate throws the ball high towards the basket and their teammate jumps up, catches the ball, and then slams it into the hoop.
  3. A play that starts with a defensive rebound that is quickly passed up towards mid court to an awaiting teammate. These plays often end with an easy basket as the opposing team isn't able to catch up to the scoring player.
  4. A basket made during the game.
  5. A shot attempt that was off the mark and didn't touch the basket or the backboard
  6. A phrase meaning a player recorded three statistical figures in double digits, often thought of as a great accomplishment (i.e. 10 points, 12 assists and 11 rebounds).
  7. A shot that bounces off the rim or backboard without going in.
  8. Also known as the 3-point arc. This is the strip along the outside of the offensive zone and any shot made from behind it is worth three points.
  9. The line that players shoot from after being fouled. They cannot be guarded while shooting from there, and each basket made is worth one point.

19 Clues: A basket made during the game. • A shot that bounces off the rim or backboard without going in. • When the player with the ball bounces the ball up and down off ground • When a player passes the ball to their teammate, which leads to a made basket. • The rectangular piece of wood or fiberglass attached to the back of the basket. • ...

Basketball 2022-03-05

Basketball crossword puzzle
Across
  1. easy money shot
  2. helicopter
  3. ankle breaker
  4. what you yell after the foul
  5. goat
Down
  1. deep
  2. get dunked on
  3. al time leading scorer
  4. 70 points
  5. star wars
  6. fancy

11 Clues: deep • goat • fancy • 70 points • star wars • helicopter • get dunked on • ankle breaker • easy money shot • al time leading scorer • what you yell after the foul

Basketball 2017-03-09

Basketball crossword puzzle
Across
  1. tapping the ball consistently is called?
  2. Chigago...
  3. Lebron...
  4. the name of the league
  5. how many teams are there in nba?
  6. Cleveland...
Down
  1. how many quarters are in one game
  2. the name of the sport
  3. one of the best players in Baskeball
  4. one of nba's top sponsorships
  5. how many teams play in a game

11 Clues: Lebron... • Chigago... • Cleveland... • the name of the sport • the name of the league • one of nba's top sponsorships • how many teams play in a game • how many teams are there in nba? • how many quarters are in one game • one of the best players in Baskeball • tapping the ball consistently is called?

Basketball 2021-03-19

Basketball crossword puzzle
Across
  1. If you run without dribbling it is called a ______.
  2. the game is split into ________.
  3. how you move with the basketball.
  4. number of points if a basket is made inside the three-point line.
  5. Players are not allowed to walk without dribbling, but they can _____ with the ball.
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  1. the number of points awarded for making a basket outside of the three-point line.
  2. A basketball game is played on a basketball _____.
  3. a free throw is rewarded with ____ point(s).
  4. an official who calls fouls during the game.
  5. a free ____ is rewarded after a foul in Basketball.
  6. Is a part of the basket but is behind the rim and net.

11 Clues: the game is split into ________. • how you move with the basketball. • a free throw is rewarded with ____ point(s). • an official who calls fouls during the game. • A basketball game is played on a basketball _____. • If you run without dribbling it is called a ______. • a free ____ is rewarded after a foul in Basketball. • ...

Basketball 2021-04-10

Basketball crossword puzzle
Across
  1. To move an object from one space to another
  2. An unfair or invalid piece of play.
  3. Continued effort to do or achieve something despite difficulties, failure, or opposition.
  4. To control and walk/run (but not dribble) a live basketball in bounds. This is an illegal movement.
  5. ENVIRONMENT Any physical location where students gain knowledge or skill
  6. To send a ball or object toward a goal or target in order to score a point
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  1. A 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.
  2. The behaviors, customs, arts, and beliefs that are characteristic of a particular social, ethnic, or age group.
  3. To act with others toward the same end or purpose.
  4. To maneuver a ball under the control of a single player. Soccer requires foot dribbling. Basketball requires hand dribbling. Floor hockey requires stick dribbling
  5. An infringement of the rules in sports that is less serious than a foul and usually involves technicalities of play

11 Clues: An unfair or invalid piece of play. • To move an object from one space to another • To act with others toward the same end or purpose. • ENVIRONMENT Any physical location where students gain knowledge or skill • To send a ball or object toward a goal or target in order to score a point • ...

Basketball 2021-10-18

Basketball crossword puzzle
Across
  1. another word for swish
  2. the best shooter all time
  3. what happens after a shooting foul
  4. a foul then you make it
  5. another word for make
  6. the most common dribble move
  7. another word for screen
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  1. a last second shot
  2. when someone dunks over a taller person
  3. a type of fadeaway
  4. a bad shot

11 Clues: a bad shot • a last second shot • a type of fadeaway • another word for make • another word for swish • a foul then you make it • another word for screen • the best shooter all time • the most common dribble move • what happens after a shooting foul • when someone dunks over a taller person

Basketball! 2017-01-16

Basketball! crossword puzzle
Across
  1. I can __ the ball to my friend.
  2. My favorite basketball __ is Michael Jordan.
  3. When I __ the ball, I throw it to the basket.
  4. We play basketball on the ____.
Down
  1. I play on a basketball __. We are the Lions!
  2. basketball is my favorite __!
  3. When I make a __, the ball goes into the net.
  4. I wear a __ when I play basketball.
  5. My __ teaches me how to play basketball.
  6. The basket has a backboard, a net, and a __.
  7. When I __ the ball, I put it into the basket.

11 Clues: basketball is my favorite __! • I can __ the ball to my friend. • We play basketball on the ____. • I wear a __ when I play basketball. • My __ teaches me how to play basketball. • I play on a basketball __. We are the Lions! • My favorite basketball __ is Michael Jordan. • The basket has a backboard, a net, and a __. • When I make a __, the ball goes into the net. • ...

BASKETBALL 2025-03-19

BASKETBALL crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a personal foul deemed unnecessary
  2. a violation of the rules involved illegal physical contact with the opponent such as pushing, holding or impeding their movement
  3. inflated ball used in the game of basketball
  4. a player known for their scoring ability from outside the paint and their ability to defend perimeter players
  5. a rectangular playing surface with baskets at each end
  6. an infringement of the rules
  7. responsible for controlling the ball, initiating the offense, and setting up plays
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  1. a player who is typically shorter and quicker than power forwards and centers
  2. a player who uses their size and strength to control play near the basket
  3. a game played between two teams of five players each on a rectangular court, usually indoors
  4. typically the tallest player on the team, positioned near the basket

11 Clues: an infringement of the rules • a personal foul deemed unnecessary • inflated ball used in the game of basketball • a rectangular playing surface with baskets at each end • typically the tallest player on the team, positioned near the basket • a player who uses their size and strength to control play near the basket • ...

Basketball 2025-11-20

Basketball crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the flat surface behind the rim
  2. Illegal contact between players
  3. shot from outside the arc
  4. What teams try to accumulate
  5. Gaining possession after a missed shot
Down
  1. An uncontested shot awarded after a foul
  2. Losing possession of the ball to the opponent
  3. bouncing the ball while moving
  4. A close range shot, usually off the backboard
  5. Pass that leads directly to a made basket
  6. The basket you shoot into

11 Clues: shot from outside the arc • The basket you shoot into • What teams try to accumulate • bouncing the ball while moving • the flat surface behind the rim • Illegal contact between players • Gaining possession after a missed shot • An uncontested shot awarded after a foul • Pass that leads directly to a made basket • Losing possession of the ball to the opponent • ...

basket22 2024-06-13

basket22 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Boston College's storied basketball team.
  2. East Tennessee State University's basketball program.
  3. University of North Florida's rising program.
  4. University of Portland's storied basketball team.
  5. Western Michigan University's competitive team.
  6. Southern Methodist University's rising program.
  7. University of Denver's competitive program.
  8. University of Maryland, Baltimore County's competitive team.
  9. University of Maryland Eastern Shore's basketball team.
  10. Texas Southern University's competitive team.
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  1. Bowling Green State University's basketball team.
  2. Purdue University Fort Wayne's competitive program.
  3. University at Buffalo's strong basketball program.
  4. University of Maine's competitive program.
  5. University of Southern Mississippi's storied team.
  6. University of San Francisco's storied basketball program.
  7. Long Island University's rising program.
  8. University of Tennessee at Martin's competitive team.
  9. Stony Brook University's rising team.
  10. University of Wisconsin Green Bay's strong program.

20 Clues: Stony Brook University's rising team. • Long Island University's rising program. • Boston College's storied basketball team. • University of Maine's competitive program. • University of Denver's competitive program. • University of North Florida's rising program. • Texas Southern University's competitive team. • Western Michigan University's competitive team. • ...

basket16 2024-06-13

basket16 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Texas Southern University's competitive team.
  2. University of Portland's storied basketball team.
  3. University at Buffalo's strong basketball program.
  4. Bowling Green State University's basketball team.
  5. University of North Florida's rising program.
  6. Purdue University Fort Wayne's competitive program.
  7. University of Maryland Eastern Shore's basketball team.
  8. East Tennessee State University's basketball program.
  9. University of Maryland, Baltimore County's competitive team.
  10. Long Island University's rising program.
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  1. University of Maine's competitive program.
  2. Boston College's storied basketball team.
  3. University of Southern Mississippi's storied team.
  4. University of Tennessee at Martin's competitive team.
  5. University of Denver's competitive program.
  6. Southern Methodist University's rising program.
  7. Western Michigan University's competitive team.
  8. University of San Francisco's storied basketball program.
  9. Stony Brook University's rising team.
  10. University of Wisconsin Green Bay's strong program.

20 Clues: Stony Brook University's rising team. • Long Island University's rising program. • Boston College's storied basketball team. • University of Maine's competitive program. • University of Denver's competitive program. • Texas Southern University's competitive team. • University of North Florida's rising program. • Southern Methodist University's rising program. • ...

Basketball 2021-03-23

Basketball crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the name of a shoe that Michael Jordan advertised
  2. The person who invented basketball
  3. A basketball player who died in a helicopter crash on April 13, 2016
  4. the player with the most NBA championship rings
  5. to take the ball and slam it into the hoop with your hand
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  1. to bounce the ball repeatedly on the floor
  2. The tallest basketball player
  3. the team Kobe Bryant played for
  4. the person who takes charge of the team and trains them
  5. when the player takes a step while holding the ball
  6. the team Michael Jordan played for from 2001-2003

11 Clues: The tallest basketball player • the team Kobe Bryant played for • The person who invented basketball • to bounce the ball repeatedly on the floor • the player with the most NBA championship rings • the name of a shoe that Michael Jordan advertised • the team Michael Jordan played for from 2001-2003 • when the player takes a step while holding the ball • ...

Basketball 2021-01-20

Basketball crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a dribbling move that makes the ball move to the left hand to the right or right hand to left hand
  2. the ball used for shooting and dribbling
  3. when starting the game to decide who gets the ball
  4. a pass that goes to a player and they make a basket
  5. when you jump up and pull on the rim and put the ball in the hoop.
  6. a board behind the rim to help the basketball go in
Down
  1. when someone fouls you and you go to shoot a shot for each only one point.
  2. a far shot that is worth 3 points
  3. when a player does something that is not allowed so a person goes and shots a free throw
  4. when the ball goes in the hoop but does not touch the rim
  5. a shot that when you shoot it you put one of your legs up

11 Clues: a far shot that is worth 3 points • the ball used for shooting and dribbling • when starting the game to decide who gets the ball • a pass that goes to a player and they make a basket • a board behind the rim to help the basketball go in • when the ball goes in the hoop but does not touch the rim • a shot that when you shoot it you put one of your legs up • ...