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free throw

NOUN
foul shot
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While the dunk was the centre's first, he had scored a free throw against Merrimack on 21 November.

From BBC

However, after blowing their eight-point lead to trail 129-127, they required two free throws from Max Christie with less than five seconds remaining to level the game.

From BBC

He barely was making half of his free throws before a recent stretch in which he’s converted 10 of 13.

From Los Angeles Times

He finished with 18 points and was 10 of 13 on free throws.

From Los Angeles Times

His scoring prowess is helped by his ability to attack the basket, draw fouls and make free throws.

From Los Angeles Times