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What Happens Next for NBA After the Coronavirus Pandemic?

We are reportedly months away from the next NBA game. Adam Silver initially stated the league would shut down for 30 days, but the Centers for Disease Control announced its recommendation that for the next eight weeks, any in-person events consisting of 50 or more people should be canceled or postponed. So what are the best options for the NBA when it returns after the coronavirus pandemic? Should owners push to go straight to the playoffs? Should the league adopt the Elam Landing? Cancel the rest of the season? The Crossover staff answers.

Chris Mannix

The Center for Disease Control’s recommendation of no crowds larger than 50 effectively shutters the NBA until at least mid-May, though that date can be extended and the league won’t consider coming back until things drastically change.