free throw line
Example Sentences
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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
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 ● Dec. 1, 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
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
When you step on the court with players like Kobe Bryant or six foot eight point guards who can dunk from the free throw line, your mind begins to concentrate on your other options.
From "The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates" by Wes Moore
