If a player is injured and replaced by another player who then makes the free throws, who can be substituted next?

The scenario presented involves a player who is injured and subsequently replaced. The individual who steps in to take the free throws is the substitute for the injured player. According to the rules, once the substitute has entered the game to take free throws, they are assumed to be part of the team for that particular play.

After the free throw attempt, the team may choose to substitute the player who took the free throws, thereby allowing for strategic changes in the lineup. This means that the player who replaced the injured player can be substituted out after completing their role. This flexibility in substitutions allows teams to manage their rosters effectively, especially in situations involving injuries or tactical adjustments.

In contrast, the scenarios presented in the other choices do not align with the rules. The injured player’s return is dependent on specific conditions rather than automatic, and other substitutions at the same time would not be permitted without following the rules governing substitutions.