Hints
Welcome, puzzle enthusiasts! Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition brings a blend of familiar themes with a challenge level that might keep you on your toes. Each group of four words is cleverly linked, but don’t worry! I’m here with some helpful hints to guide you through without giving everything away.
Let’s dive into the groups, from the easiest yellow category to the trickier purple one. Here are your clues:
Yellow group hint: Singular southeastern. This set is about teams that hail from the southeastern conference but with a twist.
Green group hint: Also known for the Colosseum. Think football, but not the American kind.
Blue group hint: Top-tier hurlers. These are the legends of the mound.
Purple group hint: The Heat is on. A nod to a Miami basketball standout.
Answers
Now, for those who prefer to know the full answers, here’s what you’re looking for:
Yellow group: The answers related to SEC teams (minus the S) are Bulldog, Gamecock, Razorback, and Volunteer.
Green group: In the realm of Serie A, you have Atalanta, Inter, Milan, and Napoli.
Blue group: For Hall of Fame pitchers, the nicknames are Eck, Mad Dog, Moose, and the Big Train.
Purple group: Lastly, associated with Dwyane Wade, the answers are 3, Banana Boat, Marquette, and Miami.
As you work through today’s Connections, keep an eye on the connections between terms—they often reveal surprising relationships that make the game even more engaging. Happy puzzling!