What should a player do if they are fouled while shooting at the basket?

When a player is fouled while shooting at the basket, the appropriate response is to continue the play to attempt the shot. This is because, under the rules of basketball, if a player is fouled while in the act of shooting, the play typically allows for the shot to be taken regardless of the foul. If the shot goes in, the player may also be awarded a free throw, depending on the situation.

Continuing the play maintains the flow of the game and can be beneficial, as the player may score despite the foul. Additionally, if the player is unable to make the basket due to the foul, they would then be awarded free throws, depending on the nature of the foul and the team’s foul count.

Stopping play immediately or calling for the referee may disrupt the game and prevent the player from capitalizing on the opportunity to score. Alerting teammates is certainly important in other situations, but in the context of being fouled while shooting, the focus should be on completing the shot attempt.