This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 (37 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 3 squares
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N _ _
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About the answer
NBA as a word: (sports) Initialism of National Basketball Association; (sports) Initialism of National Boxing Association.
NBA has been an answer 13 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 15, 2025.
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