Shooting For The Stars

2. An infraction called for excessive physical contact, which can be the result of truculent behavior.
3. To pass the ball to a teammate in a way that helps them score, inculcating good team dynamics.
6. To score by slamming the ball through the hoop, a move that can be seen as an act of priapic celebration.
8. To instill an idea or attitude in someone’s mind through persistent instruction.
11. To control the ball by bouncing it repeatedly while moving, showing great tenacity.
12. Equivalent in seriousness or effect; virtually the same.
13. Kept secret, especially because it would not be approved of.
16. To move the ball to a teammate, which can be an inexorable force in breaking through the defense.
17. A quick transition from defense to offense, often done with a surreptitious move to catch the opposing team off guard.
18. A play in which one player throws the ball near the basket for a teammate to catch and score, showing great teamwork and exhortation
19. To prevent the opposing team from scoring by maintaining an intransigent position.
20. To make something clear or explain.

1. Eager or quick to argue or fight; aggressively defiant.
4. To strike with a firm blow or force.
5. Refusing to compromise or be persuaded; inflexible.
7. To gain possession of the ball after a missed shot, often requiring tenacity.”
9. Absolute; not softened or lessened in intensity.
10. Not showing proper respect; rude or disrespectful.
14. To attempt a basket by throwing the ball, despite any impertinent distractions.
15. Silly, foolish, or pointless.