NBA The league said he did not break the rules
Reuters
LeBron James was in the eye of the hurricane before the start of the playoffs, being in a event that violated NBA health protocols,but this did not prevent him from playing with the Lakers, causing controversy for not receiving punishment.
The Angelina star was at the presentation of Lobos 1797 Tequila, of the hip-hop star Drake and Michael B. Jordan, a brand in which he is an investor, but in the event he is without protection and living with many people, something that is prohibited in the league.
Before the polmica, lHe sent a statement to the NBA in which he had to explain the reasons why he was not sanctioned, asserting that the event required that people be vaccinated or have a negative test in order to attend.
“To clear up any remaining misconceptions, LeBron James briefly attended an outdoor event last week where participants must be vaccinated or return a negative test result. In these circumstances and in consultation with medical experts, It was determined that their assistance did not create risks related to the spread of COVID-19 and, therefore, no quarantine was necessary. Over the course of this season, there have been numerous similar violations of the league’s health and safety protocols, which were addressed with the player’s team in a similar manner, “says the statement written by director of communications Mike Bass.
On the other hand, they clarified that the players vaccinated can be part of activities outside the league.
“Under current NBA rules, vaccinated players can participate in outside activities, including your individual business deals, such as sponsor appearances or publicity sessions. “
Although LeBron said not to reveal if he was going to get vaccinated or not, the statement makes believe that he has already received the vaccine and that he is free of contagion.
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