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

In overtime, Clemson tried to pull away with Moore hitting a free throw before Rachael Rose found an open lane to the basket and put the Tigers up 64-61.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026

“Even if you can’t shoot a free throw worth diddly?” said Christopher.

From "Okay for Now" by Gary D. Schmidt