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NBA Will Not Mandate COVID Vaccines in 2022-23

The NBA will continue its policy of not mandating vaccinations against COVID-19 for players in the 2022-23 season. It appears the policy will extend to all league personnel. The league might still test unvaccinated players. This news comes courtesy of Vincent Goodwill of Yahoo Sports and SiriusXM Radio, citing a league memo:

According to a league memo obtained by @YahooSports, the NBA will not have a vaccine mandate in place next season, but will strongly suggest all personnel be up to date with vaccinations. Periodic testing of unvaccinated players could be allowed, pending discussions with NBPA.