NBA star Chris Paul reportedly tests positive for COVID-19, out of the playoffs indefinitely
- Phoenix Suns star Chris Paul has reportedly tested positive for COVID-19.
- He's currently in COVID-19 isolation and is out of the NBA playoffs indefinitely.
- It's believed that Paul got vaccinated against COVID-19 earlier this year.
Phoenix Suns star Chris Paul has tested positive for COVID-19 and is out of the NBA playoffs indefinitely, according to reports from Arizona Sports 98.7 FM host John Gambadoro and The Athletic.
Gambadoro reported on Twitter that Paul had a positive COVID-19 test after The Athletic first reported that Paul had entered a coronavirus-related isolation period, per the NBA's health and safety protocols.
Paul, 36, is vaccinated against COVID-19, Gambadoro said.
It's unclear how long Paul will have to be out from the NBA playoffs.
The NBA's COVID-19 protocols have continued to evolve throughout the pandemic, and the Athletic reported that the isolation period could be shorter for vaccinated individuals.
Paul has been a key part of the Suns' post-season performance this year, helping the suns beat the LA Lakers and sweep the Denver Nuggets.
Phoenix is set to face either the Utah Jazz or LA Clippers in the Western Conference finals next week.