Across
- 3. KEY – The rectangular shaded area directly under the basket (often called "the paint") where special time-limit rules apply.
- 5. – When the offensive team loses possession of the basketball to the defense before taking a shot.
- 7. – The outer area of the basketball court outside the key, including the space surrounding the three-point arc.
- 8. – A pass directly leading to a teammate scoring a basket.
- 9. DEFENSE – A defensive strategy where each player guards a specific area of the court rather than following a single opponent.
Down
- 1. DRIBBLE – A violation that occurs when a player dribbles the ball, stops and holds it, and then starts dribbling again, or dribbles with both hands at the same time.
- 2. – Usually the tallest player on the team, responsible for grabbing rebounds, blocking shots, and scoring near the basket.
- 3. – A violation that happens when a player holding the basketball takes too many steps without dribbling, passing, or shooting.
- 4. – A defensive strategy where each player is assigned to guard one specific opposing player wherever they go on the court.
- 6. GUARD – The main ball-handler and team leader on offense who controls the play, directs teammates, and sets up scoring opportunities