free throw line
Example Sentences
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He continued his efficient shooting by making seven for nine shots from the field and going eight for eight from the free throw line.
From Los Angeles Times
The Lakers’ new big man went to the free throw line.
From Los Angeles Times
Curry connected on 16 of 26 shots from the field, drilling nine three-pointers and finishing a perfect eight for eight at the free throw line as the Warriors came out on top in a tense battle in Texas that included 13 lead changes.
From Barron's
He mused about how his tendency to linger around the free throw line can cause problems for guards.
From Los Angeles Times
Warriors coach Steve Kerr said Butler's performance -- which included a perfect 16 for 16 from the free throw line -- was key, and just what the Warriors were looking for when they acquired him last February.
From Barron's
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