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free throw

NOUN
foul shot
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If not, then maybe the free throw shots won’t go in.

From Barron's • Jun. 18, 2026

A free throw from Mikal Bridges and Anunoby either side of Dylan Harper's two missed attempts for the Spurs sealed a memorable victory for the Knicks.

From BBC • Jun. 14, 2026

Knicks coach Mike Brown, hardly a confrontationalist, wondered out loud about San Antonio’s 24-to-8 free throw advantage in the second half.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

It’s OG Anunoby, Mitchell Robinson, and Mitchell Robinson’s defense offsetting his free throw adventures.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

He flexed his arms and bent his knees as he shot a free throw.

From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence




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