The Los Angeles Lakers continue to dominate the NBA in free throw attempts, leading the league with an average of 27.1 attempts per game this season. This trend has sparked discussions among opposing coaches, including New Orleans Pelicans' coach Willie Green, who questioned the reasons behind the Lakers' high free throw numbers.

Past seasons have seen similar controversies, notably with the Toronto Raptors, who expressed frustration over free throw discrepancies in games against the Lakers. Despite the ongoing debates, the Lakers' success is not solely attributed to their free throw shooting.