Philadelphia 76ers and Denver Nuggets report COVID-19 cases in their organization
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Philadelphia 76ers and Denver Nuggets confirm that some individuals in their organization have contracted COVID-19.
After Los Angeles Lakers announced that at least two of their players tested positive for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), two teams from NBA also went public to confirm that some of the people in their organization have also contracted the disease.
ESPN senior NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski tweeted the statement of the Philadelphia 76ers, where about three individuals, which they did not identify, tested positive for coronavirus.
"Three individuals have received tested positive results fo COVID-19. All other test results are currently negative.
"We have reported this information to state and local health authorities as required.
"The health of our players, staff, fans and community is paramount, and we continue to be guided by the medical experts at this time."
In addition, the the 76ers also lauded the medical community for their tireless efforts to combat the COVID-19 pandemic.
"We extend our gratitude and appreciation to the public health health and medical communities for their tireless efforts during these challenging times."
Sixers statement pic.twitter.com/wgLHGZ1Cxk
-- Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) March 19, 2020
Sixers tested players, coaches, and specific basketball operations support staff, team says. The three positive tests came out of that grouping. https://t.co/rGiAUEv8GZ
-- Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) March 19, 2020
Meanwhile, the Denver Nuggets issued a separate statement confirming that one individual from their organization also tested positive.
"The person, who was tested after experiencing symptoms consistent with COVID-19 on March 16, is currently under care of team medical staff and in self isolation." https://t.co/x9xAwWumnI
-- Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) March 19, 2020
An update from our organization.#MileHighBasketball pic.twitter.com/YmOaj7829W
-- Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) March 19, 2020
Back here in the Philippines, PBA cager and Columbian Dyip star rookie CJ Perez and his girlfriend Sienna Catacutan have announced that their wedding will not push through.
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