The list of players in the NBA’s health and safety protocols continues to grow. Celtics forward Juan Hernangomez and Lakers guard Kendrick Nunn entered the protocols, according to their respective teams.
Hernangomez is the fourth Celtic currently in the health and safety protocols, while Nunn is the fifth Laker. By our count, there are now more than 50 NBA players in the protocols, though that number is changing constantly.
Hernangomez looked like a candidate to play an increased role with Jabari Parker, Grant Williams and Al Horford unavailable in the frontcourt, so Boston’s rotation will be impacted by his absence.
Los Angeles won’t have to make any changes as a result of Nunn’s status — he has yet to play at all this season due to a knee injury.
If Hernangomez and Nunn tested positive for COVID-19, they’ll remain in the protocols for 10 days or until they register two consecutive negative tests at least 24 hours apart.
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