The NBA denies Andrew Wiggins' request for a religious exemption from getting the Covid-19 vaccine and says he will not be able to play home games unless he gets vaccinated.
implemented a vaccine requirement for anyone 12 or older entering certain businesses, including large indoor events such as Warriors games at Chase Center.But if the former No. 1 overall draft pick isn't fully vaccinated by Oct. 13, he no longer will be allowed in the Chase Center.
The Warriors open the 2021-22 NBA season on Oct. 19 at the Los Angeles Lakers, but return home for their first game at Chase Center on Oct. 21 against the Los Angeles Clippers. Under the city of San Francisco's guidelines, Wiggins won't be allowed to play in any home games until he is fully vaccinated.
If Wiggins decides to remain unvaccinated in the wake of the NBA ruling, he will miss all 41 Warriors home games. He would be allowed to play in all road games.
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