what it is called when you get a shot in basketball
In a basketball game if the ball hits the backboard then goes into the basket what is this shot called?   Answer   It is called a bank shot. When a person is fouled while shooting in basketball do they get one free throw if the shot is missed? No, if you are fouled and miss the shot, you get 2 free throws. If  you are fouled and make the shot, you only get 1 free throw. If the  foul is judged to be flagrant, then â¦after the two free throws the  shooting team remains in possession and takes the ball out from the  near sideline. 2 people found this useful.