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Members of 76ers, Nuggets Test Positive for Coronavirus

Members of the Philadelphia 76ers and Denver Nuggets have tested positive for the coronavirus, the teams announced on Thursday.

The Nuggets announced that an unspecified member of the organization tested positive after experiencing symptoms on March 16. That person is currently receiving care from the team's medical staff and is in self-isolation.

The 76ers said in a statement that three people had tested positive for COVID-19 after receiving a recommendation from the league and medical experts that "certain individuals" be tested for the virus, including "players, coaches and specific basketball operations support staff.