NBA players told to avoid spitting, licking hands among other habits after the restart

On Tuesday, NBA sent a 100-plus-p document to ir players which outlined details of ir stay at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. document included various social distancing guidelines along with what players can and cant do in ir free time. documented also revealed that league would do if a player tests positive for COVID-19 after games resume. 

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NBA Disney World: NBA gives NBA players suggestions and set of rules ahead of NBA Bubble plan

According to ESPN, document also tells NBA players  'to t spit or clear ir ses, wipe ball with ir jerseys, lick ir hands or touch ir mouths unnecessarily while playing'. Players might need time to adjust to new rules as y often moisten ir hands before attempting a free throw. Right before NBA suspension on March 11, Los Angeles Lakers Anthony Davis had shown his high-five routine with teammate Avery Bradley, where he licked his hand before slapping Bradley's hand. Later, Davis had referred to it as 'disgusting' with regards to COVID-19 pandemic. 

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NBA bubble plan details: NBA players to quarantine mselves after arriving

documented stated that when players and staff arrive at venue, y will be isolated in ir rooms till y receive two negative PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests which are at least 24 hours apart. players can move out of quarantine after two negative tests. players can also choose to wear a 'proximity alarm', which will tify m that y have spent more than five seconds within six feet of ar person who is also wearing alarm. While alarm is optional for players, it will be mandatory for team and league employees. Players will also be given a smart ring which could help with COVID-19's early detection as it records and tracks temperature along with respiratory and heart rate. 

NBA Disney world: NBA players will be given various facilities during NBA bubble plan

Teams staying at three different hotels – Gran Desti Tower at Coronado Springs Resort, Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and Yacht Club Resort – have been given separate handbooks. All players will have access to a players-only lounge which will include TVs, arcade games, NBA2K and ping-pong. Players will also have a 24-hour VIP concierge available, and entertainment like movie screenings and DJ sets could be provided.

handbook furr adds that every team will have ir own Disney culinary team 'to create individualised team menus, support team dietary needs, and ensure health and safety guidelines are followed'. Players will have four freshly-prepared meals on game days, and three meals on or days. Along with that, players will also receive access to yoga and meditation services along with virtual mind-health sessions and mental health services. Barbers, manicurists, pedicurists and hair braiders will also be available by appointment. Teams have been advised to bring a mental health professional along with m. As per ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, games are scheduled to begin on July 30.

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(Im source: @NBA official Twitter)