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yes but not over the line, that's why NBA players don't as they are tall enough and don't want to take the chance

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No, your feet must stay planted behind the free throw line.

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You may only jump upwards. The point is that you cannot cross the free throw line during the shot attempt.

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Can a basketball player through the ball up in the air before foul shooting?

No, a basketball player is not allowed to throw the ball up in the air before attempting their foul shot. Players are able to do any preparation that will help them, but are not allowed to release the ball into the air before shooting.


What are you doing when you throw the basketball toward the hoop?

Shooting, or taking a shot.


Does the weight of the basketball affect free throws?

yes, the weight of a basketball does affect free throws because while shooting a free throw you have a routine for every opportunity of shooting a free throw and if have a basketball that has different weight then your other basketball then you will end up short or long.


How many seconds are allowed at the foul line when shooting a free throw in basketball?

If a player committs 5 fouls in a game they are taken out.


What should you do to make the basketball team if you're a beginner?

Practice on shooting months before the tryouts. And throw in some weights while your at it to get strong. Practice on your shooting and lay ups/ Free pointers and you will do just fine.


How can a player score 4 points in a single shot in basketball?

This can happen when a player is fouled while shooting a 3-pointer and makes the shot. They are awarded with a free throw, in addition to making the 3-pointer. If the free throw is made, the result is 4 points.


What is a free throw in basketball?

A free throw line is the line players shoot from when they are fouled while shooting or fouled when the opponents have 4 team fouls.


When is a free throw in basketball?

A free throw usually occurs when any player is fouled by a player of the opposing team.


What does hook shot mean in basketball?

A hook shot is when the ball is thrown to the basket over one shoulder of the player who is handling the ball.


What causes a free throw?

A foul or contact while a player is shooting


How did the free throw originate in basketball?

needed a way to give shooters a chance to score if they were fouled while shooting


What does Kyle Singler say before shooting a free throw?

Rainbow