Watch out, NBA, because Damian Lillard has blossomed into one of the most potent free throw shooters in the league. Through the Trail Blazers‘ first eight contests, Lillard is shooting a stellar 94 percent from the line on 8.4 attempts per game. Despite the small sample size, his work at the charity stripe is just the latest data point along a line of consistent progression for the former Weber State standout.
Leading the pack
Only seven players are currently averaging at least eight free throw attempts per game in the NBA. Pelicans star Anthony Davis leads the pack with 9.