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"Pistol" of basketball Crossword Clue
Here is the answer for the crossword clue "Pistol" of basketball last seen in Eugene Sheffer puzzle. We have found 40 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 4 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is PETE.
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40 Potential Answers:
| Rank | Answer | Length | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | PETE "Pistol" of basketball | (4) | Eugene Sheffer | Dec 7, 2021 |
| 9% | GUN Pistol | (3) | Eugene Sheffer | Jan 2, 2026 |
| 8% | LUGER German pistol | (5) | The Telegraph Plusword | Mar 16, 2026 |
| 7% | NEAL Basketball legend Shaquille O'___ | (4) | ||
| 7% | OOP Alley-___ (looping pass in a basketball play) | (3) | ||
| 7% | FASTBREAK Quick transition on the basketball court | (9) | New York Times | Mar 10, 2026 |
| 7% | NAISMITH James A -, originator of the game of basketball (8) | (8) | Mirror Quiz | Mar 9, 2026 |
| 7% | REB Basketball stat, for short | (3) | ||
| 7% | HORSE Game played with a basketball | (5) | USA Today | Mar 5, 2026 |
| 7% | ASSIST Basketball datum | (6) | New York Times | Mar 3, 2026 |
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In basketball, "Pistol" Pete Maravich was a legendary player known for his flashy style and incredible scoring ability. The nickname "Pistol" was given to him due to his quick and accurate shooting skills on the court.