Passing in Basketball
Across
- 2. Pass A pass made while the passer is in the air, typically to avoid a defender.
- 3. Fake A deceptive movement to trick a defender into thinking a pass or shot is being made.
- 4. Pass A two-handed pass thrown from the passer's chest directly to the receiver's chest.
- 5. Break An offensive strategy involving rapid movement and passing to score quickly after gaining possession
- 8. Pass A two-handed pass thrown from above the head, often used to pass over defenders.
- 11. The phase of moving from defense to offense, often involving quick passes.
- 12. A play where a player passes the ball and immediately moves to receive a return pass.
- 14. Pass A pass where the ball is bounced on the floor before reaching the teammate.
Down
- 1. Pass A pass thrown by a rebounder to initiate a fast break.
- 3. Pass A pass thrown behind the passer's back to a teammate, often used to surprise defenders.
- 6. An offensive move where a player blocks a defender to free a teammate for a pass or shot.
- 7. Foot The foot that must remain stationary while the player pivots to make a pass or shot.
- 9. A quick movement by an offensive player to get open for a pass.
- 10. A pass that directly leads to a teammate scoring a basket.
- 13. Pass A pass made without looking at the intended receiver to deceive defenders.