Yes, every player has ten seconds to shoot their free throw. It’s one of the less-known basketball rules that can impact the game’s overall length.   This rule is in place to speed up the game and prevent needless time-wasting from players who would otherwise take too much time at the free-throw line.   This rule is particularly crucial in high-stakes games with a lot of fouls. When many players are going to the line, especially in the last quarter, the ten-second free throw rule ensures the game doesn’t last longer than it needs to.