NBA Courtside

Clues in this puzzle

Across

• Slang for a corralled rebound off the glass (5)
• June event welcoming incoming rookie talent (5)
• Venue hosting twenty thousand roaring fans (5)
• Historic Boston franchise draped in green banners (7)
• High-stakes postseason pursuit of the Larry O'Brien trophy (8)
• Brooklyn-based hardwood franchise (4)

Down

• Purple and gold dynasty originally from Minneapolis (6)
• Earvin's legendary moniker or Orlando's team name (5)
• Defensive takeaway that leads to a transition (5)
• High-flying rim rocker (4)
• Illegal steps without dribbling the ball (6)
• Detroit pro known for late-80s Bad Boys attitude (6)
• The painted area near the basket (4)
• Bounce or chest delivery to a teammate (4)
• Whistle-blowing transgression on the hardwood (4)

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