Rockets superstar and 2017 MVP Russell Westbrook said on Monday that he had recently tested positive for the novel coronavirus.The nine-time NBA All-Star becomes the league’s most visible player to date to have his COVID-19 diagnosis become public.Both Westbrook and fellow MVP James Harden have yet to report with the rest of the Rockets to the NBA’s “bubble” site in Florida, where the 2019-20 season will restart later this month.In a statement posted Monday morning to his social media platforms, the 31-year-old Westbrook wrote.I tested positive for COVID-19 prior to my team’s departure to Orlando. I’m currently feeling well, quarantined, and looking forward to rejoining my teammates when I am cleared, Russell Westbrook. Thank you for all the well wishes and continued support. Please take this virus seriously. Be safe. Mask up!, Russell Westbrook
Rockets star Russell Westbrook tested positive for COVID-19
Rockets superstar and 2017 MVP Russell Westbrook said on Monday that he had recently tested positive for the novel coronavirus.The nine-time NBA All-Star becomes the league’s most visible player to date to have his COVID-19 diagnosis become public.Both Westbrook and fellow MVP James Harden have yet to report with the rest of the Rockets to the NBA’s “bubble” site in Florida, where the 2019-20 season will restart later this month.In a statement posted Monday morning to his social media platforms, the 31-year-old Westbrook wrote.I tested positive for COVID-19 prior to my team’s departure to Orlando. I’m currently feeling well, quarantined, and looking forward to rejoining my teammates when I am cleared, Russell Westbrook. Thank you for all the well wishes and continued support. Please take this virus seriously. Be safe. Mask up!, Russell Westbrook