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The NBA has identified Disney World in Orlando as a clear frontrunner for its return-to-play site for resuming the 19-20 season, sources tell The Athletic.
Orlando and Las Vegas have been frequently cited as the two most likely locations.
"All the momentum is heading their way," wrote Sam Amick.
J-Mezzy wrote:Been saying it all along. Vegas made little sense when Disney is private property, has a sports complex, a transportation system, plenty of hotels and resorts, food, and ESPN. It's a no brainer
Chi Dynasty12 wrote:Putting people into a "bubble" during a pandemic is a good way to ensure an outbreak.
gidget24 wrote:In this case a bubble works as people will be tested before entering. If no one inside has the virus and you are controlling everything that comes in then there is nothing to worry about.
It doesn't work on cruise ships or social distancing when people are already infected and not following proper recommendations.
12footrim wrote:gidget24 wrote:In this case a bubble works as people will be tested before entering. If no one inside has the virus and you are controlling everything that comes in then there is nothing to worry about.
It doesn't work on cruise ships or social distancing when people are already infected and not following proper recommendations.
A cruise ship......That's actually a good idea and no one else are using them now that I bet a cruise company would love to have them and the players and their family and friends might actually enjoy it more than a hotel in Orlando.
Rigorously test everyone before they leave and then shove off an you don't have to worry about it again. That is how it actually would work unless there was some inaccuracy in the test. If someone gets hurt helicopter them off if it's that bad. You could probably fit it with a Mobil MRI machine or other things you might need.
alphatron10 wrote:12footrim wrote:gidget24 wrote:In this case a bubble works as people will be tested before entering. If no one inside has the virus and you are controlling everything that comes in then there is nothing to worry about.
It doesn't work on cruise ships or social distancing when people are already infected and not following proper recommendations.
A cruise ship......That's actually a good idea and no one else are using them now that I bet a cruise company would love to have them and the players and their family and friends might actually enjoy it more than a hotel in Orlando.
Rigorously test everyone before they leave and then shove off an you don't have to worry about it again. That is how it actually would work unless there was some inaccuracy in the test. If someone gets hurt helicopter them off if it's that bad. You could probably fit it with a Mobil MRI machine or other things you might need.
I've been on Disney cruises, and they are massive. I'm just not sure how they would be able to fit the courts on them though
12footrim wrote:
You left out the most obvious aspect. It's boring and family oriented especially compared to Vegas. You stay in Vegas and you will have 20 and 30 something year old guys trying to sneak out to gamble or find chicks which is the last thing the NBA needs if they want to make this work.
Orange Ave. wrote:12footrim wrote:
You left out the most obvious aspect. It's boring and family oriented especially compared to Vegas. You stay in Vegas and you will have 20 and 30 something year old guys trying to sneak out to gamble or find chicks which is the last thing the NBA needs if they want to make this work.
If by boring you mean Orlando does not have legalized prostitution and gambling, then guilty as charged.
Otherwise, "boring" and "Orlando" aren't in the same universe.
Nevertheless, your point stands, Las Vegas offers temptations that young, wealthy athletes might fall victim too.
12footrim wrote:Orange Ave. wrote:12footrim wrote:
You left out the most obvious aspect. It's boring and family oriented especially compared to Vegas. You stay in Vegas and you will have 20 and 30 something year old guys trying to sneak out to gamble or find chicks which is the last thing the NBA needs if they want to make this work.
If by boring you mean Orlando does not have legalized prostitution and gambling, then guilty as charged.
Otherwise, "boring" and "Orlando" aren't in the same universe.
Nevertheless, your point stands, Las Vegas offers temptations that young, wealthy athletes might fall victim too.
That was the point. Lopez brothers aside I don't think most 20 something year old NBA players are hanging out at disney. Could they still find chicks and trouble in Orlando, sure you can find that anywhere but Vegas is a different animal all together.
saltybs wrote:12footrim wrote:Orange Ave. wrote:
If by boring you mean Orlando does not have legalized prostitution and gambling, then guilty as charged.
Otherwise, "boring" and "Orlando" aren't in the same universe.
Nevertheless, your point stands, Las Vegas offers temptations that young, wealthy athletes might fall victim too.
That was the point. Lopez brothers aside I don't think most 20 something year old NBA players are hanging out at disney. Could they still find chicks and trouble in Orlando, sure you can find that anywhere but Vegas is a different animal all together.
Come on guys, let's be clear: Orlando is by all accounts a boring place.
Audi wrote:alphatron10 wrote:12footrim wrote:
A cruise ship......That's actually a good idea and no one else are using them now that I bet a cruise company would love to have them and the players and their family and friends might actually enjoy it more than a hotel in Orlando.
Rigorously test everyone before they leave and then shove off an you don't have to worry about it again. That is how it actually would work unless there was some inaccuracy in the test. If someone gets hurt helicopter them off if it's that bad. You could probably fit it with a Mobil MRI machine or other things you might need.
I've been on Disney cruises, and they are massive. I'm just not sure how they would be able to fit the courts on them though
Despite how it may sometimes feel otherwise on board, cruise ships are still moving vessels. With the risk of injury already present on courts built on solid ground, it’s hard to believe the league would take the risk. So while a cruise line performer can do the can-can and little Johnny can shoot hoops with Goofy with relative safety, elite athletes worth upwards to hundreds of millions...I just don’t see it happening.
