NBA coronavirus update: League tempted to cancel or postpone games amidst virus outbreak

Earlier this month, NBA shared a special coronavirus memo which included instructions and suggestions regarding virus. As virus has continued to spread throughout world, NBA are considering cancelling ir games or conducting m without any audiences. However, games have been cancelled as of w.

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NBA coronavirus update: league could cancel NBA games amidst coronavirus outbreak

NBA coronavirus update: League could hold NBA games in different cities

According to ESPN's report, league could hold NBA games in different cities where virus has t yet reached. game could be moved to a different arena or even neutral cities where coronavirus case has been reported. NBA has also considered conducting games without any audiences. League activities could also be suspended. However, decision is dependant on limited public screening in USA, which gives m a limited understanding of how widespread virus could be. 

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Reports also revealed that individual NBA teams have been unwilling to play NBA games without ir fans. teams, league and public health experts have been communicating throughout week and are waiting to make right call. Ohio Goverr Mike DeWine has also recommended indoor teams to play without ir fans for some time. Cavaliers, who are on a six-game road trip, have time to evaluate situation and n make a decision. 

NBA coronavirus update

As reported coronavirus cases in USA have crossed 900, NBA have taken multiple steps towards safety and prevention of virus. Media has been eliminated from locker rooms temporarily, while players have been recommended to reduce ir fan interactions. Players have been recommended to go for a fistbump instead of a handshake. Players from Chinese Basketball Association are currently halted from signing any contracts. 

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NBA coronavirus update: LeBron James is w ready to play without any of his fans present during games

NBA coronavirus update: LeBron James refused to play without fans amidst coronavirus breakout

NBA coronavirus: League suggests restricting fan interactions in coronavirus memo sent to all 30 teams

NBA has passed along a memo to all 30 NBA teams regarding coronavirus, outlining ideas to prevent and tackle spread of virus. ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski and Zach Lowe first reported about NBA coronavirus memo. NBA coronavirus memo includes various suggestions for players, mostly revolving around fan interactions. Along with opting for fistbumps, players are also advised to avoid signing autographs and jerseys. 

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