Athletes, team owners get put money and muscle behind coronavirus fight

Many athletes and team owners are joining in the fight against COVID-19.

Khris Middleton

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Khris Middleton of the Milwaukee Bucks has pledged to donate $100,000 to help workers at his home stadium, Fiserv Forum. The Bucks organization announced it would match his contribution as well as that of teammate Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Joel Embiid

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Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid donated $500,000 to coronavirus medical relief, helping survival and protection efforts in the community.