The Oklahoma City Thunder had a game scheduled against the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night. But it was postponed after players and officials were sent back to the locker room shortly before the opening tipoff.
Initially, the game was delayed. During that time, the Thunder broadcast team said that officials were “trying to get league confirmation whether or not this game will continue due to some illnesses with some players.”
The P.A. announcer in the arena made it clear that everyone was “safe” but the concern was big enough to postpone the game.
The reason remains unclear but it is obviously worth mentioning that throughout the week, sports teams and leagues around the world have announced policy changes in an effort to avoid the spread of the coronavirus.
For example, the Golden State Warriors announced no fans would be allowed in the arena when they host the Brooklyn Nets on Thursday.
NCAA president Mark Emmert, meanwhile, announced fans would be barred from attending NCAA Tournament basketball games.
This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
