Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the "common threads between words.

Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn't—Connections categories can be almost anything, and they're usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we've got you covered.

NYT Connections hints for December 26 are out to help readers answer the New York Times puzzle today. NYT Connections game comprises 16 words into four groups. Each group of words are linked to common idea or theme.