Loses on purpose, as an N.B.A. team Crossword Clue

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Loses on purpose, as an N.B.A. team Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

PURPOSE (verb)
1. reach a decision
2. propose or intend
PURPOSE (noun)
1. an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
2. what something is used for
TEAM (verb)
1. form a team
TEAM (noun)
1. a cooperative unit (especially in sports)
2. two or more draft animals that work together to pull something

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