Basketball 101

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