BASKETBALL
Across
- 2. Break A quick offensive play to score before the defense sets up.
- 5. Shot A shot taken while jumping, often used for long-range scoring.
- 7. A play where one player throws the ball near the basket, and a teammate scores in mid-air.
- 10. Guard The player responsible for directing the team's offense.
- 11. Throw An unopposed attempt to score from the foul line.
- 12. Beater A shot taken just before the game clock expires.
- 15. The act of retrieving the ball after a missed shot.
- 16. The professional basketball league in North America.
- 17. A dribbling move used to change direction quickly.
- 18. The action of bouncing the ball while moving.
- 19. Defense A defensive strategy where players cover specific areas of the court.
Down
- 1. Dunk A powerful shot made by jumping and scoring with one or both hands.
- 3. A basket made from beyond the three-point line.
- 4. An infraction that can lead to free throws for the opposing team.
- 6. A footwork move that allows a player to change direction while keeping one foot planted.
- 8. A close-range shot taken while moving toward the basket.
- 9. The action of preventing the opposing team from scoring.
- 12. The rectangular board behind the basket that helps in scoring.
- 13. The person responsible for training and directing the team.
- 14. An infraction that occurs when a player takes too many steps without dribbling.