Rudy Gobert, first NBA player found to have coronavirus, apologizes: ‘I was careless and have no excuse’

Washington Post logoRudy Gobert, the first NBA player found to have coronavirus, posted an apology Thursday for his “careless” behavior.

“I hope my story serves as a warning and causes everyone to take this seriously,” the Utah Jazz’s all-star center said in a message posted to Instagram.

On Monday, Rudy Gobert had joked with members of the media by making sure to touch all the microphones and recording devices reporters had placed on the table in front of him as he left a news conference. Continue reading.