What is the consequence of receiving five fouls during a game?

When a player accumulates five fouls during a basketball game, the consequence is that the player must leave the game. This rule is in place to ensure fair play and to prevent any one player from having too much influence on the game through excessive fouling. Each foul counts towards a player’s total, and once they reach the limit, they are disqualified from further participation in that particular game. This rule applies to team sports to maintain the flow of the game and to penalize players who commit too many fouls, effectively removing them as a tactical option for their team.

The other options do not accurately reflect the consequences of fouling out. A penalty throw is not awarded specifically for personal fouls leading to disqualification, and there is no provision for a player to get another chance if they have reached the foul limit. The game also does not continue as normal for that player, as their departure changes the dynamics of the team on the court.