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The Latest: Hornets to start NBA season without fans

The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:

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The Charlotte Hornets will not allow fans to attend home games to start the season because of the pandemic.

The team said Monday it made the decision after consulting with state and local government officials. It will continue to work on a plan that will allow fans to safely return to Spectrum Center later this season.

The Hornets open the preseason Dec. 12 at home.

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Vanderbilt's men's basketball team will not play in a Connecticut tournament because of a positive COVID-19 test.