Rudy Gobert Issues an Apology for Recklessly Touching Microphones After Testing Positive for Coronavirus: ‘I Was Careless and Make No Excuse’

Rudy Gobert, the first Utah Jazz player to test positive for coronavirus, is issuing an apology after he recklessly rubbed all over microphones as a joke just 48 hours prior to his diagnosis.

He took instagram to write:

I want to thank everyone for the outpouring of concern and support over the last 24 hours. I have gone through so many emotions since learning of my diagnosis…mostly fear, anxiety, and embarrassment.

The first and most important thing is I would like to publicly apologize to the people that I may have endangered.

At the time, I had no idea I was even infected. I was careless and make no excuse. I hope my story serves as a warning and causes everyone to take this seriously. I will do whatever I can to support using my experience as way to educate others and prevent the spread of this virus.

I am under great care and will fully recover. Thank you again for all your support. I encourage everyone to take all of the steps to stay safe and healthy. Love.

You can see his post in full below. At this point, everyone should be taking an abundance of caution.