Ever dreamed of linking sports and puzzles? The New York Times has just the thing for you – their latest game, Connections: Sports Edition! This new version is currently in beta, which means the publication is testing the waters to see if it sparks interest. You can dive in free of charge for a few weeks, but after that, you'll have to wait and see if it becomes a permanent addition to their Games app.

But how do you play this sports-filled puzzle? Well, the rules are similar to the regular Connections game. You're tasked with grouping 16 words into four categories that share some connection – except this time, every word and category has a sports theme. Don't worry if you're not a sports guru, though; a little knowledge of various sports and athletes can go a long way.

Let's delve into today's puzzle. We have four groups, each containing four words. The difficulty varies, with yellow being the easiest and purple the toughest. Here's a sneak peek at the hints: yellow – think Tony Hawk; green – great white north; blue – basketball bummer; purple – gridiron heroes.

Ready for the answers? Here they are! Yellow group: parts of a skateboard (deck, grip, truck, wheels). Green group: Canadian teams (Canucks, Jets, Raptors, Whitecaps). Blue group: teams that haven’t won an NBA title (Clippers, Grizzlies, Jazz, Magic). Purple group: famous NFL player nicknames (Bus, Megatron, Refrigerator, Sweetness).

Don't miss out on this puzzle – it's a fun challenge for both sports enthusiasts and puzzle lovers alike!

The New Sports Puzzle Game from NYT: Hints and Answers Unveiled

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