NBA, NBPA warns players in memo about contact with fans as coronavirus spreads in U.S.

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NBA, NBPA warns players in memo about contact with fans as coronavirus spreads in U.S.
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The NBA and National Basketball Players Association, in a joint coronavirus memo, are telling players for the time being to avoid high-fiving fans and taking items such as pens, markers, basketballs and jerseys from fans to sign autographs.

The NBA and National Basketball Players Association, in a joint coronavirus memo, are telling players for the time being to avoid high-fiving fans – fist bumps were recommended – and taking items such as pens, markers, basketballs and jerseys from fans to sign autographs.that he was taking a break from signing autographs until further notice.

“The health and safety of NBA players, coaches, staff, and fans is paramount,” the NBA and NBPA said in the memo delivered Sunday. “We are consulting with infectious disease experts, including the Centers for Disease Control , and … a world-renowned infectious disease researcher at Columbia University. We are also in regular communication with each other, NBA teams including team physicians and athletic trainers, other professional sports leagues, and of course, many of you.

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