The Chinese Basketball Association is reportedly calling back American players after issuing a statement that the league intends to resume play as early as April 2 in light of the improving coronavirus situation. According to the report, around 40 players are under contract with the league’s 20 teams. Sources told ESPN that at least half of the American players did not intent to board a plane to China in the near future. CLICK HERE TO GET MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMSources told ESPN that if and when the players do arrive, they will be required to spend 14 days in quarantine. In mainland China, where the virus first exploded, more than 80,000 people have been diagnosed, but more than 60,000 already have recovered.

Source: Fox News March 13, 2020 17:48 UTC