free throw

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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

Brunson snatched up the ball, drew a foul and made a free throw.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 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

Mitchell scored, was fouled by Smart and made the free throw for a three-point play and a 95-92 Thunder lead.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

The Beast turned around and glared, and the Colonel almost got kicked out after the first free throw, but he smiled at the ref and said, “Sorry!”

From "Looking for Alaska" by John Green