Across
- 5. A defensive play where you prevent an opponent's shot.
- 9. The player who brings the ball up the court.
- 11. A successful shot through the hoop.
- 12. Passing the ball off the backboard to yourself or a teammate.
- 13. The round metal ring attached to the backboard.
- 14. A violation for taking too many steps without dribbling.
- 15. The area where free throws are taken.
Down
- 1. The rectangular board behind the basket.
- 2. A player who grabs missed shots.
- 3. A shot worth three points from behind the arc.
- 4. The act of bouncing the ball while moving.
- 6. BALL The center circle where the game begins.
- 7. Two points awarded after a shooting foul.
- 8. The official who enforces the rules.
- 10. DUNK A shot that slams the ball through the hoop.