free throw line
Example Sentences
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He is getting to the free throw line more than ever in his career, averaging 12.1 attempts per game.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 5, 2026
Brooks took advantage, sitting in a courtside seat on the baseline as Thiero stepped to the free throw line with 1:16 remaining.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 23, 2025
Wilson went 7-of-21 from the floor but 17-of-19 from the free throw line and added nine rebounds, four assists, three blocked shots and two steals as the visiting Aces took the best-of-seven championship series 4-0.
From Barron's ● Oct. 11, 2025
Wilson scored 12 points in the first quarter, sparking the Aces to a 30-21 lead by shooting 4-of-8 from the floor and 4-of-5 from the free throw line.
From Barron's ● Oct. 11, 2025
That made everyone laugh—except the Beast, who turned from the free throw line and walked calmly, with the ball, toward us.
From "Looking for Alaska" by John Green
