If a player is fouled while shooting, what occurs?

When a player is fouled while shooting, the correct protocol is that the player receives free throws. This situation applies when a player is attempting a shot and is impeded by a defensive player, resulting in the foul being called. If the shot attempt is successful, the player will get one additional free throw, often referred to as a "three-point play" if the player was trying for a three-point shot. If the shot is missed, the player simply takes the designated number of free throws based on the type of foul (two for a regular shooting foul or three for a three-point shooting foul).

The options involving immediate substitution, game resuming without stoppage, or the opposing team gaining possession are not applicable in this situation because fouls during a shot attempt specifically grant the fouled player an opportunity to score points from the free-throw line. This rule ensures that the player who was fouled has the chance to complete their attempt at scoring, reflecting the principle of fairness in the game.