NBA, NBPA agree to extend tightened health/safety protocols

The NBA and NBPA have agreed to extend the revised tightened health and safety protocols for an additional two weeks (Feb. 10) at least, sources tell The Athletic and Stadium.

Source: Shams Charania of The Athletic (Twitter)

ANALYSIS: According to Shams Charania, the new revisions to NBA/NBPA health and safety protocols include:

-Traveling party members are able to be visited by 4 family members and personal friends who reside in city, be registered, return 2 negative COVID-19 tests, undergo PCR testing during and after visit.

-Players, coaches, staffers now able to engage in physical activity outdoors once per day for up to 1 hour; no crowded settings; return to hotel by 6 pm

-Individuals who regularly visit home of Tier 1-2 must undergo testing twice a week.