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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.
Jimmy Butler led the Warriors to a 119-109 season-opening win over the Lakers, scoring 31 points with a perfect 16-for-16 free throw night, while Jonathan Kuminga earned a starting role and showcased significant growth. Butler and Curry engaged in a playful bet about free throw percentages, highlighting their competitive spirits. Kuminga's performance, including a career-high four 3s and a crucial rebound, signaled his maturation and potential for big plays.
During a game between the Houston Rockets and the Los Angeles Clippers, Rockets' Boban Marjanovic purposefully missed a free throw in the fourth quarter, allowing Clippers fans to receive free Chick-fil-A sandwiches as part of a promotion. Marjanovic, who used to play for the Clippers, acknowledged the promotion and celebrated after intentionally missing the second free throw. Despite the Rockets' victory, Marjanovic's gesture earned him praise from the crowd.