Earlier today, it was revealed that four members of the Brooklyn Nets tested positive for the coronavirus.
One of them was Kevin Durant, who has not played a game this year.
Here’s more from the Nets’ press release:
“The organization is currently notifying anyone who has had known contact with the players, including recent opponents, and is working closely with state and local health authorities on reporting. All players and members of the Nets travel party are being asked to remain isolated, closely monitor their health and maintain constant communication with team medical staff. The health of our players and staff is of the highest priority to the organization and the team is doing everything within its power to ensure that those affected receive the best care possible.”
Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reported the Nets paid a private company to conduct the tests for team members.
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There have now been seven NBA players to test positive for COVID-19.
Rudy Gobert was the first, followed by his Utah Jazz teammate Donovan Mitchell and Detroit Pistons forward Christian Wood.