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NBA suspends season, NCAA plans March Madness with no fans

The NBA late Wednesday suspended its season after a player tested positive for coronavirus and the NCAA, citing its own concerns about spreading the infectious disease, announced that March Madness will take place in arenas minus fans.

“The NBA is suspending game play following the conclusion of tonight’s schedule of games until further notice,” the NBA said. “The NBA will use this hiatus to determine next steps for moving forward in regard to the coronavirus pandemic.”

NCAA president Mark Emmert’s announcement came after a string of local and statewide moves around the country, including in Washington state and Ohio, to restrict large gatherings.