free throw

Example Sentences

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Cunningham though was equal to the challenge, draining two crucial late free throws to give Detroit a five-point lead with nine seconds remaining as the Pistons closed out the win.

From Barron's

Birmingham capitalized on its extra possession as Tanijiri got fouled and hit the second of two free throws to make it a four-point margin.

From Los Angeles Times

After Wembanyama missed a potential tying three-pointer, Miller sank two free throws -- running his streak of made shots from the line to 38 -- with 10.6 seconds remaining to create the final margin of victory.

From Barron's

However, Murray missed his second and third free throws and the Pistons escaped.

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Somehow, he played the entire fourth quarter and made five consecutive free throws to help hand Crossroads its first Gold Coast League loss.

From Los Angeles Times