(FILES) In this file photo taken on March 08, 2020 LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrate his basket and LA Clippers foul during a 112-103 Lakers win at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. - LeBron James on March 10, 2020 backtracked from a threat not to play if the NBA decides to force teams to stage games behind closed doors as the league grapples with the coronavirus threat.
Speaking to reporters on March 7, 2020, the Los Angeles Lakers star said he would refuse to play if the league bars fans from venues as part of efforts to limit the spread of the COVID-19 virus. (Photo by Harry How / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / AFP)HARRY HOWAFP
