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On March 11, 2020, the NBA indefinitely suspended the season after a player tested positive for Covid-19.
It was a frightening moment that sent shock waves across the nation. Other leagues quickly followed the NBA, leading to a standstill across professional sports. Countries around the world were imposing strict and immediate lockdowns on all facets of life. Simple activities like grabbing a beer and watching a game suddenly felt out of reach.
As sports leagues looked for ways to restart their seasons, the only viable option seemed to be forbidding fans from attending.
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