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the rim

Actually, the free throw line is measured from the front edge of the backboard out 15'. This would be where the line should be located.

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I guess so when they build the court but the free throw line is 15 feet from the hoop.

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15 feet away from the hoop

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15 feet out from the center of the basket

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15 feet from the backboard

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It's measured from the center of the rim.

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