Connections: Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for Aug. 29, 2026, puzzle No. 705

August 29, 2026 - 05:44

The puzzle has four groups of four words. The categories can be tricky, mixing player names, team nicknames, stats, and even equipment. For today's set, think about famous rivalries and old-school terms that might not be in everyday use. One group is about a specific type of score in a game. Another group involves a certain position on the field or court. The other two groups are more about names and phrases that sound alike.

If you want a nudge without the answer, here is a hint: one category is all about "ties" in different sports, but not the kind you wear. Another group is made up of last names of Hall of Fame coaches. The third group is about things you might see on a scoreboard during a timeout. And the fourth group is a set of words that can be preceded by "air" to make common sports terms.

Still stuck? Here are the actual answers for puzzle No. 705. The first group: DEADLOCK, DRAW, STANDOFF, TIE. The second group: AURBACH, LOMBARDI, WOODEN, SHULA. The third group: FOUL, TIMEOUT, SUBSTITUTION, VIOLATION. The fourth group: BALL, GUITAR, HORN, JORDAN (as in air ball, air guitar, air horn, and Air Jordan). That wraps up today's grid. Check back tomorrow for the next set of clues and answers.