Puzzle 3

"The big ticket" basketballer, Kevin __.

Collagen-derived protein used to thicken food.

Computer programs that secretly get personal info.

First satellite sent into Earth's orbit, __ 1.

If it's pouring, it's __ cats and dogs.

Imaginative idea or misperception.

Jesse Williams' Grey's Anatomy character, __ Avery.

Outfit worn by an actor in a play.

REM album from 1994.

Removing hair or stubble with a razor.

Right now, in the current moment.

Snack of fried balls of mashed chickpeas.

US city known for deep-dish pizza.

__ grouper has hundreds of blue spots.