NBA Finals Proceed as Planned Amidst Pandemic
With the beginning of the COVID-19 quarantine now in the past, people are attempting to continue with their lives while taking the necessary precautions. The NBA has successfully exemplified this objective, returning to a “normal” season with new rules.
A few weeks ago, the NBA had their finals in which the Lakers won against Miami Heat. However, the Lakers would likely not have been able to compete if they hadn’t established the Orlando bubble, a safety plan where players were not allowed to leave the designated premises and were required to take COVID-19 tests regularly. This was all done in an attempt to avoid the chance of a breakout, as players were not only making contact with their teammates, but also with those on the opposing team.
As for the game itself, Lebron James was able to win his fourth championship along with the Lakers’ victory. Performing particularly well in game five, Lebron scored 40 points, had 13 rebounds, seven assists, and three steals. Many say that this event may even have cemented his status as the greatest player of all time. Likewise, on Miami Heat, Jimmy Butler had a once-in-a-lifetime performance where some say he gave James a serious run for his money.
More than anything, the completion of the NBA season proved to be a successful testament of what can be achieved during the pandemic if people take precautions like wearing masks and socially distancing. NBA players were able to do their jobs as well as give fans something to look forward to during a lockdown.