How many points is BASKETBALL worth in Scrabble?

BASKETBALL is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept BASKETBALL?

BASKETBALL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

Can you add a letter to BASKETBALL?

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes BASKETBALLS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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Scrabble Dictionary

BASKETBALL

18 pts

BASKETBALL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points. BASKETBALL means "a usually indoor court game between two teams of usually five players each who score by tossing an inflated ball through a raised goal".

Meaning & examples

/ˈbɑːs.kɪt.bɔːl/

Pronunciation: /ˈbæs.kɪt.bɔːl/

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noun

A sport in which two opposing teams of five players strive to put a ball through a hoop.
The particular kind of ball used in the sport of basketball.

Synonyms: hoops

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a usually indoor court game between two teams of usually five players each who score by tossing an inflated ball through a raised goal

In a sentence: "The basketball is noted."

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BASKETBALLS19 pts

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Letter Values

= 18

BASKETBALL Scrabble FAQ

Is BASKETBALL a Scrabble word?: BASKETBALL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points.
What does BASKETBALL mean?: a usually indoor court game between two teams of usually five players each who score by tossing an inflated ball through a raised goal
How do you use BASKETBALL in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The basketball is noted."
How many points is BASKETBALL worth in Scrabble?: BASKETBALL is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BASKETBALL?: BASKETBALL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to BASKETBALL?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes BASKETBALLS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.