Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr is defending his decision to allow Andrew Wiggins to continue playing despite his unvaccinated status against COVID-19. In places where municipal vaccination requirements exist, such as San Francisco, the NBA requires players to be immunized in order to participate in games there. However, Wiggins has not been granted a religious exemption from the vaccination requirement, leading to criticism from some fans.
Kerr has stated that the team respects Wiggins’ personal decision on the matter. He also believes that Wiggins will be allowed to participate in all of the team’s games this season, regardless of regional vaccination requirements. The Warriors have already played in places where vaccination requirements exist, such as San Francisco and New York, where participation is mandatory.
While some fans disapprove of Wiggins’ choice to forgo vaccination, Kerr stated that the team is focused on backing Wiggins and each other. The Warriors are currently pushing for a playoff spot and hoping to make a deep run in the postseason. Wiggins has been a key contributor for the team this season, averaging 17.7 points and 4.6 rebounds per game.
The debate around vaccine mandates in sports has been ongoing, with some players choosing to get vaccinated while others opt out. The NBA has stated that it will continue to monitor the situation and work with players to ensure that everyone is safe and healthy. Despite the controversy surrounding Wiggins’ vaccination status, the Warriors remain focused on their goals and the upcoming games ahead.
