SI Insider: NBA Encouraged Getting Ready for the Bubble

Why NBA executives are feeling encouraged by other sports league's successful bubbles

There has been a lot of criticism and consternation online about the NBA's return to play. But all of the positive tests around the league have not happened at the site in Orlando. Sports Illustrated host Robin Lundberg talked with Senior Writer Chris Mannix about why the league is encouraged about its plan and Mannix says they have faith that the protocols in place will hold and keep participants safe and the season on as planned.

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