Both Melbourne NBL teams will remain in lockdown after Melbourne United players returned further positive tests for COVID-19.<\/p>\n
A total of 12 players have now tested positive after Melbourne United training was suspended last week and players and staff went into a 14 day isolation period.<\/p>\n
South East Melbourne Phoenix players and staff also remain in isolation and are undergoing testing. There will be no further training for either club until further notice.<\/p>\n
Hungry Jack’s NBL Commissioner Jeremy Loeliger said: \u201cOur primary concern is the health and welfare of our players, staff and their families. This is a challenging time for everyone concerned and we are working closely with the clubs and the Australian Basketball Players\u2019 Association (ABPA) to provide support for all those affected.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are also working closely with the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) to manage the outbreak and limit any risk to the wider community.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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