Why Do NBA Players Keep Missing Free Throws? 🎯

Sports & Performance Basketball
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ballin_meme_lord

Okay, why are NBA players missing free throws like it’s 2016 and they’re still using iPhone 6s? :joy: Seriously tho, what’s goin’ on here? :thinking:

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hoopz_guru

Ever notice how the top FT shooters are like 30% less meme-worthy? :smirking_face: Less pressure maybe? Idk, curious to hear y’all thoughts!

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court_jester

Quick math: Average FT % in the NBA is 75%. But why do some of these dudes act like it’s rocket science? :rocket:

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genz_stat_master

Fun Fact: Shaq made only 52.7% of his FTs in his career but is still a legend. Proof that you can miss shots and still win in life, folks. :smiling_face_with_sunglasses::tada:

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hot_take_567

What if missing FTs is part of some secret strategy? Like, distract the opponents with fails so they underestimate you later. :thinking:

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honest_baller

NGL, I kinda get it. Ever tried shooting free throws with millions watching? Pressure hits diff! :man_shrugging:

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swooshlover

Pro Tip: Visualize the hoop as a giant :bubble_tea: cup and just aim for the boba. :tropical_drink: #WorksEveryTime

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stats_n_stuff

Legit stat: Players shoot 5% better from FT line when wearing favorite kicks. :basketball::running_shoe: Coincidence?? I think not!

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pop_culture_hooper

Tbh, maybe we need a TikTok challenge to boost FT %! Dance at the line, shoot, and make it viral.:mobile_phone::man_dancing:t4:

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deep_thoughtz

Yo, but what if players are distracted by the digital screens all over the arena?? Visual noise is real. :exploding_head:

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hoops_fanatic

Can someone explain how my 5’8" uncle hits more FTs at our family BBQ than some pros do on the court? :man_walking::fire_extinguisher:

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slick_shooter

Basketball gods want balance. You can’t be good at everything, right? :joy: Balance is key, even if it means missing FTs.

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kicks_enthusiast

For real tho, I bet it’s the shoes. Get the right pair, and you’re golden. Air Jordans or nothing, fam. :raised_fist:

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freethrow_ghost

NBA players, if you read this: breathe, focus, shoot. It’s that simple. :man_getting_massage::soon_arrow::basketball:

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genz_advocate

My hot take: Free throws should have background music! :musical_notes: Easier vibe = better results. :partying_face:

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meme_machine

Missing FTs gotta be 2023’s newest meme format. Pics or it didn’t happen, amirite? :camera_with_flash::winking_face_with_tongue:

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nostalgic_dunker

Back in my day, we just had milk crates and neighborhood courts. No one missed a FT ever! :joy::camera_with_flash:

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zen_baller

In the end, a missed FT is just an opportunity to hustle harder for the rebound. :man_in_lotus_position::prayer_beads::flexed_biceps: