The National Basketball Association sent a memo to teams and players detailing information on the coronavirus outbreak and telling player to avoid too much physical contact with fans.
The NBA became the latest pro sports league to offer teams and players a description of the coronavirus outbreak.
Golden State Warriors' Klay Thompson fist-bumps a fan before their game against the Cleveland Cavaliers.The National Basketball Association sent a memo to teams on March 1 regarding the coronavirus outbreak, encouraging players to avoid "high-fiving and offer fist bumps" to fans when interacting. The memo also advised players and league employees to wash their hands for 20 seconds, using hand sanitizer as an additional option. Other details in the note include information on how coronavirus is spread, symptoms and actions the league has already taken, including consulting with an infectious disease researcher at Columbia University.
Four league officials told CNBC the NBA has not offered any plans for league games or event cancellations as of yet. Following the end of the regular season, the league will host upcoming events, including the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago, NBA Draft in New York and the Summer League in Las Vegas.
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