The NBA had sent out a previous memo to teams earlier this week, recommending players to use fist-bumps instead of high-fives with fans.
"The health and safety of our employees, teams, players and fans is paramount," the NBA said in a statement on Monday."We are coordinating with our teams and consulting with the CDC and infectious disease specialists on the coronavirus and continue to monitor the situation closely."
The global spread of COVID-19 has wreaked havoc on the international sporting calendar with Formula One motor racing, golf and athletics among the sports canceling or postponing events.In Italy, the hardest-hit European country with 148 deaths from the novel coronavirus, all major sports events, including football matches, will be played behind closed doors until April 3.
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