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

With 40.9 seconds left in the game, Marcus Smart scored, was fouled and made the free throw for a 110-109 Lakers lead.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

When the visitors shoot a free throw on most every court in the country, the fans make a lot of noise, screaming and stomping their feet.

From "Looking for Alaska" by John Green