8 Across

NYT Mini • September 26, 2025

___ Bunny, "Space Jam" character

Answer:

LOLA

Hint:

This fast-dribbling rabbit shares her name with a classic showtune from "Damn Yankees" and is known for her fiery personality on the court.

Explanation:

This clue is asking for the first name of a famous rabbit from the movie Space Jam. The blank suggests a short name, and Lola Bunny is the well-known female rabbit character who plays basketball alongside Bugs Bunny and Michael Jordan. The answer is "LOLA," filling in the blank directly. It’s a straightforward reference to the iconic 1996 film.

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