Basketball attempt that uses the backboard Crossword Clue
8 letters · New York Times · Sunday, November 30, 2025 · 8-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Sunday, November 30, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · November 30, 2025 · 8-Down · 8 letters
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a basketball shot that bounces off of the backboard before passing through the hoop
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