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free throw

NOUN
foul shot
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Luke Kennard was fouled shooting a three with 2:30 left and made all three free throws to tie the score.

From Los Angeles Times

“They were both warned to cease their comments directed towards one another between the two free throws,” Davis said.

From Los Angeles Times

Skyy Clark, who lost part of a tooth earlier in the second half while battling for a loose ball, then made one of two free throws in the final seconds to secure the win.

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James was awarded two free throws with 5:39 remaining, making one to tie the score at 105-105.

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But like so many of his athletic exploits, somehow a perfect missed free throw just comes naturally to the Lakers guard.

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