NBA: Disney World possible venue as league talks of return in July
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The NBA might resume its 2020 season in July with Disney’s ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex serving as the host venue for all games.
ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne reported the development on Saturday, mentioning NBA spokesman Mike Bass’ statement.
Here’s the full quote from NBA spokesman Mike Bass on negotiations with Disney. pic.twitter.com/29YSod7f9i
— Ramona Shelburne (@ramonashelburne) May 23, 2020
Bass said there are “exploratory talks” between the league and the Walt Disney Company regarding the complex as a host venue for a games should the season resume in July.
The 2020 NBA season has been suspended since March this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
It would still be a tough challenge as some teams under certain states have restrictions due to the virus.
ESPN Sources: Some franchises in restricted markets — including NYC, Boston, Toronto — are inquiring to NBA on option for players to bypass returns to those cities in June and report directly to proposed bubbles for eventual start of training camps. https://t.co/KxLrRIzh6V
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) May 22, 2020
NBA General Managers have also been surveyed regarding what kind of playoff format they would prefer should the season resume.
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