Across
- 2. – The timer that limits how long a team has to attempt a shot.
- 7. – A pass near the basket that is caught mid-air and dunked or laid in.
- 12. – A stance where the player can dribble, pass, or shoot.
- 13. – Strong scorer, especially from long range.
- 14. – Illegal physical contact with another player.
- 15. – A legal block to free a teammate.
- 16. – Gaining possession after a missed shot.
- 17. – Defenders cover specific areas of the court.
- 18. – A pass that leads directly to a score.
- 23. – Rushing to defend a shooter.
- 26. – Deflecting an opponent’s shot attempt.
- 29. – A quick offensive move after gaining possession.
- 30. – The boundary line behind each basket.
- 31. – A shot taken while jumping.
- 32. – Team leader; controls the ball and playmaking.
- 33. – Recording double digits in three statistical categories (e.g., points, rebounds, assists).
Down
- 1. – Strong, plays near the basket.
- 3. – Each defender guards one player.
- 4. – An unopposed shot from the free-throw line.
- 5. – Tallest player, key rebounder and shot blocker.
- 6. – When a player goes one-on-one with a defender.
- 8. – Defensive strategy applying pressure across the full court.
- 9. – A quick movement toward the basket to receive a pass.
- 10. – Legally taking the ball from an opponent.
- 11. – Assisting a teammate in guarding an opponent.
- 12. – Moving with the ball without dribbling.
- 19. – Versatile scorer and defender.
- 20. – Attempt to score by throwing the ball at the hoop.
- 21. – Bouncing the ball while moving.
- 22. – A play where a player sets a screen and then rolls to the basket.
- 24. – Losing possession to the opposing team.
- 25. – Throwing the ball to a teammate.
- 27. – Extra time played if the game is tied at the end of regulation.
- 28. – A close-range shot, typically off the backboard.