Before testing positive for coronavirus, Gobert made a point to touch reporters’ microphones in an exaggerated manner during a pregame interview
On Thursday, the NBA star, 27, addressed his “careless” behavior prior to his COVID-19 diagnosis in an Instagram post, publicly apologizing to “the people that I may have endangered” after a video of him seeminglyby touching reporters’ microphones and recorders in an exaggerated manner surfaced online.
“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 athlete wrote on Instagram on Thursday. “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.
He continued, “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.” Gobert added in his post, “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.”
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