BASKETBALL

3. - The playing area for basketball.
7. - A high jump shot where the ball is thrust down through the hoop.
8. - The act of moving the ball to a teammate.
9. - The act of attempting to score points by throwing the ball through the hoop.
10. - The act of deflecting an opponent's shot attempt.
12. - A shot made from beyond the three-point line.
13. - The act of preventing the opposing team from scoring.
15. - A close-range shot taken while moving towards the basket.
17. - The act of retrieving the ball after a missed field goal or free throw.
18. - The act of bouncing the ball continuously with one hand while moving.

1. - The board behind the basket that helps in scoring by providing a surface to bank shots off of.
2. Shot - A shot taken while jumping.
4. - A break in play called by a team to discuss strategy.
5. - A pass to a teammate that directly leads to a score.
6. - The act of attempting to score points.
8. - The act of turning on one foot while keeping the other foot stationary.
10. - The boundary line at each end of the court.
11. - The act of legally taking the ball away from an opponent.
14. Throw - An unopposed attempt to score from the free-throw line.
16. - A breach of the rules, usually involving physical contact.