The adjustments Mitchell Robinson of the Knicks is implementing to address free-throw difficulties
Mitchell Robinson Adjusts Free Throw Routine Mitchell Robinson is trying out a new free throw routine, hoping to address what many see as his biggest weakness, though the results so far aren’t entirely clear. Unlike last playoffs, when he took three dribbles, Robinson has switched to one bounce before shooting during the preseason. He’s also […]
Doris Burke stands by her remark about ‘free-throw merchants’
During the Western Conference Finals, ESPN’s NBA analyst Doris Burke stirred some controversy by referring to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as a “free throw merchant” in the Game 1 matchup between the Timberwolves and the Thunder. This comment didn’t sit well with everyone, and Burke faced some backlash. However, in a podcast from ESPN PR, NBA commentators […]
North Carolina loses to rival Duke in brutal fashion after free-throw violation
North Carolina blows the shots in the ACC Tournament Championship Game in perhaps the worst way. With just 4.1 seconds in the semi-final match against No. 1 seed Duke on Friday, UNC was asked to violate a lane with a potential game-tying-in free throw. Tar Heels forward Jerin rocked at the lane moment before teammate […]
Knicks’ Jalen Brunson ‘pissed off’ about free-throw line struggles
Toronto -Jalen Brunson reunites the season worthy of all -nba into consideration, scoring, leadership, and his nicks with his death more than ever. However, Branson games have one frustrating area. This is his free Threadlock. “I'm a little angry with it,” said Branson, who won 28 points on Tuesday nights on Knicks 121-115. “It's stupid, […]
St. John’s brutal night at free-throw line nearly cost them vs. Providence
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — St. John's can expect a ton of free throws in its next practice. On Friday night, the charity stripe almost cost the Johnny's a big win. In the game against Providence at Amica Mutual Pavilion, he made 11 of 26 from the line and won 72-70. St. John's Red Storm guard RJ […]
Stephen A. Smith beats Kenny Smith in free-throw battle
Which of these Smiths played 10 seasons in the NBA? In an outdoor free-throw shooting contest between media personalities, ESPN hot take specialist Stephen A. Smith defeated former NBA point guard Kenny Smith, a member of TNT's “Inside the NBA” cast. Ta. Stephen A. was successful 3 out of 5 times, while Kenny was only […]
Karl-Anthony Towns ‘disappointed’ by rough free-throw shooting
Karl-Anthony Towns scored his highest point of the season Wednesday night, but he remained on the court and worked on the game long after the Knicks' last-minute loss to the Bulls. Towns scored a season-high 46 points, but missed two crucial free throws in the fourth quarter and lost to the Bulls 124-123 in a […]
Did Dan Gilbert just subtweet NBA refs about the Cavs-Celtics free-throw disparity?
Among NBA owners accustomed to getting their way in every other area, perhaps what sets Cavaliers governor Dan Gilbert apart is his penchant for online outrage. From sending A strongly worded letter to then-Secretary David Stern. Try to get him to block the Chris Paul trade. lakers In 2011, he most infamously wrote to a […]
Josh Hart’s 53-minute effort overshadowed by missed free-throw
Josh Hart gave yet another yeoman’s effort, playing the entire game, including the five minutes of overtime, for the second time in this series. But Hart played the full 53 minutes on the court and nearly completed a triple-double before making two free throws that would have given the Knicks a four-point lead and helped […]
Knicks’ Tom Thibodeau rips refs for free-throw disparity for Joel Embiid
PHILADELPHIA — The deadline for the Sixers to formally file a complaint with the NBA about officiating has passed, but their dissatisfaction with it led to an overwhelming free throw margin in their Game 3 victory over the Knicks. The Sixers attempted 33 free throws, 14 more than the Knicks, including Joel Embiid’s 19-of-21 from […]