The Basketball Terms

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Across
  1. 3. pass that leads directly to a basket.
  2. 6. of possession to the opposing team.
  3. 8. Throw:An unopposed shot from the foul line awarded after a foul.
  4. 10. Defense:Defenders guard specific areas instead of individual players.
  5. 12. the ball to maintain control while moving.
  6. 16. Out:A positioning move to prevent an opponent from getting a rebound.
  7. 17. offensive foul where the ball handler runs into a stationary defender.
  8. 20. on one foot while keeping the other planted.
  9. 23. play where a player is fouled while scoring, earning a free throw.
  10. 24. Ball:A play where the ball is tossed between two players to begin play.
  11. 25. defensive play where a player deflects or stops a shot attempt.
Down
  1. 1. Achieving double digits in three statistical categories.
  2. 2. dribble move where the ball is rapidly switched between hands.
  3. 4. Clock:A timer that limits the time a team has to attempt a shot.
  4. 5. legal move to block a defender and free up a teammate.
  5. 7. the ball away from the opponent.
  6. 9. possession of the ball after a missed shot.
  7. 11. and Roll: A play involving a screen and movement toward the basket.
  8. 13. Shot:A shot taken while jumping.
  9. 14. offensive move where a player positions themselves with their back to the basket.
  10. 15. Break:A quick offensive push following a defensive stop.
  11. 18. pass that leads to a catch and mid-air dunk or layup.
  12. 19. Violation:When the offensive team returns the ball to the backcourt after crossing into the frontcourt.
  13. 21. without dribbling the ball, resulting in a violation.
  14. 22. close-range shot, typically off the backboard.