Home to the W.N.B.A.'s Fever

Answer:

INDIANA

Hint:

This Midwestern state is known as the "Crossroads of America" and shares its name with a famous university basketball program.

Explanation:

This clue refers to the W.N.B.A. team called the Indiana Fever, which is based in Indianapolis. The answer "INDIANA" is the state where the team plays, so the clue is simply asking for the team's home state. No wordplay here—just a direct sports reference for basketball fans.

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General solving tip

Short grid glue often mirrors map or address abbreviations (ENE, AVE, ST). If the clue looks abbreviated, the answer probably is too.

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