A Scottish immigrant who grew to monopolize the steel industry through vertical integration, but eventually sold out to JP Morgan
The free throw line is 2 inches by 12 feet, situated at the top of the lane/key. The back of the three throw line is 15 feet form the backboard/ 13 feet 9 inches from the center of the basket. (Distances are measured horizontally).
Jay Triano: When you can shoot a free throw on a 10-foot hoop, it is time to get rid of the eight-footer. Your question is very good, and I believe that form and developing good form is more important than trying to shoot the ball from long distance.