Crossword clue

“Part of a basketball hoop”

This clue appeared as Down in the LA Times Crossword on Monday, September 14, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
RIM
Letters3
Starts withR
Ends withM
Vowels1

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About this clue

The clue “Part of a basketball hoop” ran in the LA Times Crossword on September 14, 2026 as Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with R and ends with M.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Part of a basketball hoop” clue?+

The answer is RIM (3 letters), from the LA Times Crossword of September 14, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the LA Times Crossword.

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