free throw
Example Sentences
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If not, then maybe the free throw shots won’t go in.
From Barron's ● Jun. 18, 2026
A free throw from Mikal Bridges and Anunoby either side of Dylan Harper's two missed attempts for the Spurs sealed a memorable victory for the Knicks.
From BBC ● Jun. 14, 2026
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
It’s OG Anunoby, Mitchell Robinson, and Mitchell Robinson’s defense offsetting his free throw adventures.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 26, 2026
“I’ve decided that I’ll probably marry Mena,” he said, going for a free throw.
From "Where Things Come Back" by John Corey Whaley
