Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for May 12, #596

The New York Times’ May 12 Connections: Sports Edition puzzle came with hints and final answers.

The four categories were: out of practice, parts of a tennis racket, members of the Oklahoma City Thunder, and words that pair with “clock.”

The solution set gives quick help for readers looking to finish the daily puzzle.

It also highlights the game’s sports-themed word associations, from tennis equipment to NBA teams.