NBA tests bold 'one free throw' rule in Summer League
TL;DR
The NBA will try out a new 'one free throw' rule in the 2026 Summer League, condensing all free throws into a single shot worth 2, 1, or 3 points depending on the established foul. The change could advantage elite three-point shooters and put more pressure on weaker free-throw shooters, with the league also testing sensor-enabled basketball tech to improve officiating and game flow.
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