Basketball

Clues in this puzzle

Across

• The sound of a ball hitting only the net (5)
• The venue where the crowd gathers to watch (5)
• Taking the ball away from the ball handler (5)
• Essential skill involving rhythmic floor contact (9)
• High top footwear designed for traction (8)
• The goal consisting of a rim and net (6)

Down

• High percentage shot taken very close to the rim (5)
• The tallest player usually stationed in the paint (6)
• Instrument used by an official to stop play (7)
• Using the body to block a defender for a teammate (6)
• Securing the ball after a missed attempt (7)
• An aggressive move toward the basket (5)
• A pass that leads directly to a score (4)

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