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For at least the next two weeks, players are prohibited from leaving their hotel or interacting with non-team guests at the hotel.For at least the next two weeks, players are prohibited from leaving their hotel or interacting with non-team guests at the hotel.

NBA announces additional COVID-19 protocols as absences mount - Sports Illustrated

For at least the next two weeks, all NBA players, coaches and staff members have to quarantine at their home or hotel in between practices and games.For at least the next two weeks, all NBA players, coaches and staff members have to quarantine at their home or hotel in between practices and games.

NBA players, coaches, staff to quarantine amid COVID-19 increases

At least 124 players have already contracted coronavirus. Just as vaccinated people can still get COVID-19, people can get COVID-19 twice.At least 124 players have already contracted coronavirus. Just as vaccinated people can still get COVID-19, people can get COVID-19 twice.

Report: NBA players tested positive twice for coronavirus

The NBA had given every indication it plans to keep playing through the coronavirus pandemic.The NBA had given every indication it plans to keep playing through the coronavirus pandemic.

Report: NBA considering halting games for 7-14 days

New measures include players wearing facemasks on the bench at all times.

NBA, NBPA agree to additional measures to supplement Health and Safety protocols | NBA.com

NBA tightens Covid-19 safety measures as postponements riseNBA tightens Covid-19 safety measures as postponements rise

NBA tightens Covid-19 safety measures as postponements rise - RFI

With the CDC having said it expects people to test positive for coronavirus on multiple occasions, some NBA players have again tested positive for COVID-19, sources told ESPN.With the CDC having said it expects people to test positive for coronavirus on multiple occasions, some NBA players have again tested positive for COVID-19, sources told ESPN.

Multiple NBA players test positive for COVID-19 for a second time, sources say

The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced an agreement on additional measures to supplement the current Health and Safety Protocols governing the 2020-21 season.The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced an agreement on additional measures to supplement the current Health and Safety Protocols governing the 2020-21 season.

NBA and NBPA agree to additional measures to supplement health and safety protocols | NBA.com Australia | The official site of the NBA

The Wizards are staring the coronavirus’ wrath in the eye, if a bad start wasn’t enough in the 2020-21 NBA season.The Wizards are staring the coronavirus’ wrath in the eye, if a bad start wasn’t enough in the 2020-21 NBA season.

NBA: Two Wizards players in COVID-19 protocols - Bullets Forever

The Wizards say they scrapped Tuesday's practice due to an abundance of caution.The Wizards say they scrapped Tuesday's practice due to "an abundance of caution."

Wizards Cancel Practice As Two Players Enter Health And Safety Protocols | Hoops Rumors

The NBA , like so many other sports leagues that are attempting to play a season without a bubble-like environment during the COVID-19 pandemic, is dealing with concerns about the coronavirus as the 2020-21 campaign continues...The NBA , like so many other sports leagues that are attempting to play a season without a bubble-like environment during the COVID-19 pandemic, is dealing with concerns about the coronavirus as the 2020-21 campaign continues...

Report: Adam Silver 'Optimistic' NBA's COVID Positive Rate Will Improve in Feb. | Bleacher Report | Latest News, Videos and Highlights

Report: Adam Silver 'Optimistic' NBA's COVID Positive Rate Will Improve in Feb.

Following a spike in COVID-19 cases, the NBA and NBA Players Association announced new health and safety protocols, which will be in effect for at least the next two weeks.Following a spike in COVID-19 cases, the NBA and NBA Players Association announced new health and safety protocols, which will be in effect for at least the next two weeks.

NBA issues new COVID-19 protocols following uptick in cases | Kentucky Sports Radio

The new COVID-19 protocols, agreed to by the NBA and NBPA, will apply to nearly every part of life for players and team personnel.The new rules, agreed to with the NBPA, will apply to nearly every part of life for players and team personnel.

NBA tightens COVID-19 protocols as cases, postponements rise – The Athletic

The NBA has announced stricter COVID-19 protocols in the wake of surging positive cases across the United States as well as situations that resulted in multip...The NBA has announced stricter COVID-19 protocols in the wake of surging positive cases across the United States as well as situations that resulted in multip...

COVID-19 severely impacts NBA and Man City | The Armidale Express | Armidale, NSW

The Bucks canceled their Tuesday practice a short time after the NBA and players association sent out advanced coronavirus protocols.The Bucks canceled their Tuesday practice a short time after the NBA and players association sent out advanced coronavirus protocols.

As Bucks head to Detroit, NBA issues new COVID-19 protocols

Players won't be allowed to leave their hotels or homes for at least the next two weeks.Players won't be allowed to leave their hotels or homes for at least the next two weeks.

Basketball: NBA tightens protocols as COVID-19 wreaks havoc on season | Newshub

NBA, NBPA Agree To New Protocols In Response To COVID-19 Outbreak - RealGM Wiretap

New safety protocols severely limit travel, meetings, up mask use, testingNew safety protocols severely limit travel, meetings, up mask use, testing

NBA imposes quasi-lockdown in attempt to save its season - Detroit Bad Boys

Amid multiple teams dealing with COVID-19 issues, the NBA has implemented stricter COVID-19 protocols for players before, during and after games...Amid multiple teams dealing with COVID-19 issues, the NBA has implemented stricter COVID-19 protocols for players before, during and after games...

NBA Limits Game-Day Interaction Among Players, More in New COVID-19 Protocols | Bleacher Report | Latest News, Videos and Highlights

After the NBA has now had four games postponed because of COVID-19 related matters, Phoenix Suns head coach Monty Williams still said he feels safe playing.After the NBA has now had four games postponed because of COVID-19 related matters, Phoenix Suns head coach Monty Williams still said he feels safe playing.

Suns' Monty Williams feels safe playing as NBA's COVID-19 cases grow

After the NBA has now had four games postponed because of COVID-19 related matters, Phoenix Suns head coach Monty Williams still said he feels safe playing.

Suns’ Monty Williams feels safe playing as NBA’s COVID-19 cases grow | Arizona Sports

The Board of Governors met on Tuesday to discuss the increase of Covid-19 positive tests and how to resolve the issue.The Board of Governors met on Tuesday to discuss the increase of Covid-19 positive tests and how to resolve the issue.

NBA Covid-19 update: NBA to roll out stricter health and safety protocols, per report - DraftKings Nation

The NBA appears to be entering dangerous territory with respect to the health and safety of players amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.The NBA appears to be entering dangerous territory with respect to the health and safety of players amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

NBA players testing positive for COVID-19 a second time. Now what?

Monday night’s New Orleans Pelicans at Dallas Mavericks contest and Tuesday’s Boston Celtics at Chicago Bulls game were postponed in accordance to the NBA’s COVID-19 health and safety protocols.Monday night’s New Orleans Pelicans at Dallas Mavericks contest and Tuesday’s Boston Celtics at Chicago Bulls game were postponed in accordance to the NBA’s COVID-19 health and safety protocols.

Philadelphia 76ers' Isaiah Joe happy with NBA health protocols. He’s also playing a lot more.

Adrian Wojnarowski reported the news via Twitter.Adrian Wojnarowski reported the news via Twitter.

NBA To Tighten Contact Rules In Face Of Wave Of Coronavirus Cases - Blazer's Edge

Detroit Pistons have avoided COVID-19 since season started. NBA on Tuesday announced updated quarantine and mask rules in place for at least 2 weeks.Detroit Pistons have avoided COVID-19 since season started. NBA on Tuesday announced updated quarantine and mask rules in place for at least 2 weeks.

As Detroit Pistons have avoided COVID-19, NBA tightens quarantine rules

The NBA is tightening up its protocols as the league tries to get through a season without a bubble amid COVID-19 outbreaks.The NBA is tightening up its protocols as the league tries to get through a season without a bubble amid COVID-19 outbreaks.

NBA Rumors: Players, Team Staff 'Essentially Entering In-Market Bubbles' - NESN.com

Players required to stay at home except for team-related activities, exercise or ‘essential activities’ and ‘extraordinary circumstances.’ <p>Players required to stay at home except for team-related activities, exercise or ‘essential activities’ and ‘extraordinary circumstances.’</p>

NBA tightens restrictions on players, staff because of COVID-19 - HoustonChronicle.com

Trending News & Rumors for Football, Basketball, Baseball, Hockey, Soccer & MoreThe NBA has introduced more restrictive health and safety protocols set to take effect immediately, the league and the NBPA announced Monday.An increase in COVID-19 cases paired with a spike in players forced to enter quarantine and the cancellation of five games has prompted revisions to the league's protocols.For at least the next two weeks, players and staff are required to stay home. Exceptions are attending team activities, exercising outside, leaving their residence for essential matters, or extraordinary circumstances.When not with the team, players and staff can only interact with members of their respective households, family, or household staff.While on the road, players and staff are no longer permitted to host guests in their hotel rooms, and they're required to stay in the hotel except for team activities or emergencies.Additionally, teams are required to introduce seating outlines for flights and on the bench during games that plan for more space than previous models. Physical therapy sessions are also required to take place in large rooms and no less than 12 feet away from the next nearest station.In terms of team activities, all pregame meetings taking place in locker rooms must last no longer than 10 minutes for the next two weeks, and everyone present is expected to wear a mask and stand no closer than six feet from the nearest person.On game day, players aren't permitted to arrive at the arena more than three hours before tipoff. Extended socialization before and after games should be avoided, with spacing of six-plus feet expected as much as possible. And physical interaction should be limited to elbows and fist bumps.During games, "cool down chairs" situated no less than 12 feet away from the bench will be introduced for players who just left the court, when wearing a mask isn't mandated. Once a player has "cooled down," he's expected to return to the bench sporting a mask. Otherwise, wearing a mask is required.All members of teams with a player who tested positive or a high-risk staff member are now required to undergo five consecutive days of lab-based testing, twice per day. Those provisions are in addition to the daily point-of-care testing that previous health and safety protocols mandated.

I'm just annoyed that none of this was deemed necessary sooner. | Chicago BullsI'm just annoyed that none of this was deemed necessary sooner …

NBA Tightens COVID-19 Policy As Issues Continue to Pop Up Around the League | Bleacher Nation

Multiple NBA players who previously tested positive for COVID-19 have tested positive a second time during the 2020-21 season. Brian Windhorst and Zach Lowe of ESPN reported Tuesday the reinfections have added to the concern within the league...Multiple NBA players who previously tested positive for COVID-19 have tested positive a second time during the 2020-21 season. Brian Windhorst and Zach Lowe of ESPN reported Tuesday the reinfections have added to the concern within the league...

Report: Multiple NBA Players Tested Positive for COVID-19 a Second Time | Bleacher Report | Latest News, Videos and Highlights

The NBA is dealing with coronavirus outbreaks on several teams around the leagueThe NBA is dealing with coronavirus outbreaks on several teams around the league

Several NBA players have tested positive for COVID-19 a second time, per report - CBSSports.com

As the number of games and teams affected by COVID-19 continues to increase, the NBA and its players association agreed to more measures in their health and safety protocols. See the list.Here are the main points.

NBA adds heavier COVID-19 safety protocols as more games affected - Deseret News

NBA and NBPA have agreed on "additional measures to supplement the current health and safety protocols" this season" amid spike in COVID-19 pandemic.NBA and NBPA have agreed on "additional measures to supplement the current health and safety protocols" this season" amid spike in COVID-19 pandemic.

NBA, NBPA agree to tighten health and safety protocols amid pandemic

Yet another sport may see yet another inconvenient but prudent safety measure get in the way of gameplay, as we're hearing a report that the NBA is considering a one- to two-week pause in the season due to COVID-19 infections.

NBA Considers Pausing Season as COVID Cases Rise Among Players

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — The NBA is considering a pause as cases continue growing in the league. A source told KRON4’s Jason Dumas that the pause would be 7-14 days, if enacted. However, the NBA is hoping they won’t have to do it. The NBA brass & GMs are expected to meet virtually either Monday […]SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — The NBA is considering a pause as cases continue growing in the league. A source told KRON4’s Jason Dumas that the pause would be 7-14 days, if enacted. However, …

NBA considers pause as COVID cases grow | KRON4

The Washington Wizards were forced to cancel practice Tuesday after two of their players entered the league's health and safety protocols.The Washington Wizards were forced to cancel practice Tuesday after two of their players entered the league's health and safety protocols.

Wizards cancel practice after two players enter health and safety protocols

The latest from insider Shams Charania on league thinking surrounding its ongoing COVID surge and what could be tightened up league-wide.The latest from insider Shams Charania on league thinking surrounding its ongoing COVID surge and what could be tightened up league-wide.

NBA Covid surge: Optimism 'after we get through darkest days' – The Athletic

Adam Silver is hopeful that the NBA will have a better handle on the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic next month, but concedes that things are going to get worse before they get better.

Report: NBA commissioner Adam Silver says 'darkest days' still ahead for NBA in COVID-19 battle - TSN.ca

A look at what's happening around the NBA.

NBA reaches coronavirus crossroads, Damian Lillard the franchise icon, CJ McCollum passes Sheed, LaMelo Ball posts youngest triple-double: NBA news and notes - oregonlive.com