After a time-out or intermission, who is the first player to attempt a free throw?

The correct answer is based on the rule that a player who has been fouled is designated to take the free throw(s) resulting from that foul. This is because free throws are a direct consequence of a player's actions during the game, especially in relation to fouls. The player who was fouled is the one who has been impacted by the play, and thus they are the primary candidate to attempt the free throw, which serves to penalize the opposing team and reward the foul victim.

In regards to the other choices, mentioning that the player with the most fouls should shoot does not align with the rules, as a player’s number of fouls has no bearing on who is designated to shoot free throws. Similarly, while the player receiving the foul does suggest that the fouled player should shoot, this wording could cause confusion, as it’s important to be clear that it is indeed the fouled player who takes the shot. While the referee does have the authority to manage free throw situations, they do so by confirming that the fouled player takes the shot, rather than designating someone else to shoot based on different criteria.

The emphasis on the player fouled means the game maintains a fair mechanism to address fouls, ensuring that those