The league-wide rate is now around 95 percent when counting those who are now at least in the vaccination process, said the person, who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because neither the NBA nor the National Basketball Players Association released the figure publicly. ESPN first reported the 95 percent figure. Earlier in the week, AP reported that the league wide rate entering the week was 90 percent and climbing. Further, unvaccinated players will be "required to remain at their residence when in their home market," teams were told in the draft of the rules, a copy of which was obtained by AP. The first preseason game of the season is Sunday (Monday in Manila) when the Nets visit the Los Angeles Lakers.

Source: Manila Times October 01, 2021 16:18 UTC