Published 10:55 IST, April 13th 2020
NBA looking at 25-day window for players before return amidst COVID-19 pandemic: Report
According to reports, the NBA will need a 25-day window for their players & teams to prepare before the return. As of now, no official statement has been made.
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Ever since NBA suspension was anunced on March 11, re have been various reports about organization being determined to resume current season. Though NBA officials, owners and players will be looking forward to be back in action, recent reports hint towards a 'pessimistic' outlook towards season. As NBA players continue to take precautions against coronavirus, league is reportedly looking to finish season before Labour Day weekend in September.
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NBA suspension: NBA want a 25-day window before ir return during COVID-19 outbreak
NBA return to be preceded by a 25-day window?
According to reports, NBA will need a 25-day window for ir players and teams to prepare before return. days will reportedly be divided into 11 and 14 days. first half will be for individual workouts which follow all social-distancing methods, while second half will focus on team training camps before y return to NBA. As of w, official statement has been me.
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On April 6, NBA commissioner am Silver stated that decision regarding NBA season and its return will be me until at least May. He emphasised that y are t sure if league will directly play playoffs or complete remaining regular season. ESPN h last reported about league being pessimistic about ir return. NBA along with players association is reportedly looking for blood tests that could diagse people with COVID-19 within 15 minutes, similar to a diabetes test. Reports stated that this could be a crucial first step for m to resume play as soon as possible, though se tests will need to available for everyone before being used by league.
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10:55 IST, April 13th 2020